ATI TEAS 7 Reading Practice Test: Comprehensive Review for English Proficiency

A global temperature change of a few degrees is more significant than it may seem at first glance. This is not merely a change in weather in any one location. Rather, it is an average change in temperatures around the entire surface of the planet. It takes a vast amount of heat energy to warm every part of our world—including oceans, air, and land—by even a tiny measurable amount. Moreover, relatively small changes in the earth's surface temperatures have historically caused enormous changes in climate. In the last ice age 20,000 years ago, when much of the northern hemisphere was buried under huge sheets of ice, mean global temperatures were only about five degrees Celsius lower than they are now. Scientists predict a temperature rise of two to six degrees Celsius by 2100. What if this causes similarly drastic changes to the world we call home?

Which sentence is the topic sentence?

-What if this causes simi

A global temperature change of a few degrees is more significant than it may seem at first glance.

A global temperature change of a few degrees is more significant than it may seem at first glance. This is not merely a change in weather in any one location. Rather, it is an average change in temperatures around the entire surface of the planet. It takes a vast amount of heat energy to warm every part of our world—including oceans, air, and land—by even a tiny measurable amount. Moreover, relatively small changes in the earth's surface temperatures have historically caused enormous changes in climate. In the last ice age 20,000 years ago, when much of the northern hemisphere was buried under huge sheets of ice, mean global temperatures were only about five degrees Celsius lower than they are now. Scientists predict a temperature rise of two to six degrees Celsius by 2100. What if this causes similarly drastic changes to the world we call home?

In the paragraph above, global temperature change is:

the topic.

the topic

A global temperature change of a few degrees is more significant than it may seem at first glance. This is not merely a change in weather in any one location. Rather, it is an average change in temperatures around the entire surface of the planet. It takes a vast amount of heat energy to warm every part of our world—including oceans, air, and land—by even a tiny measurable amount. Moreover, relatively small changes in the earth's surface temperatures have historically caused enormous changes in climate. In the last ice age 20,000 years ago, when much of the northern hemisphere was buried under huge sheets of ice, mean global temperatures were only about five degrees Celsius lower than they are now. Scientists predict a temperature rise of two to six degrees Celsius by 2100. What if this causes similarly drastic changes to the world we call home?

Which sentence summarizes the main idea of the paragraph?

-A sma

People should be concerned by even minor global temperature changes.

A global temperature change of a few degrees is more significant than it may seem at first glance. This is not merely a change in weather in any one location. Rather, it is an average change in temperatures around the entire surface of the planet. It takes a vast amount of heat energy to warm every part of our world—including oceans, air, and land—by even a tiny measurable amount. Moreover, relatively small changes in the earth's surface temperatures have historically caused enormous changes in climate. In the last ice age 20,000 years ago, when much of the northern hemisphere was buried under huge sheets of ice, mean global temperatures were only about five degrees Celsius lower than they are now. Scientists predict a temperature rise of two to six degrees Celsius by 2100. What if this causes similarly drastic changes to the world we call home?

What function does the information about temperature differences

Supporting detail

A global temperature change of a few degrees is more significant than it may seem at first glance. This is not merely a change in weather in any one location. Rather, it is an average change in temperatures around the entire surface of the planet. It takes a vast amount of heat energy to warm every part of our world—including oceans, air, and land—by even a tiny measurable amount. Moreover, relatively small changes in the earth's surface temperatures have historically caused enormous changes in climate. In the last ice age 20,000 years ago, when much of the northern hemisphere was buried under huge sheets of ice, mean global temperatures were only about five degrees Celsius lower than they are now. Scientists predict a temperature rise of two to six degrees Celsius by 2100. What if this causes similarly drastic changes to the world we call home?

Which sentence would best function as a supporting detail in this

The world was only about one degree cooler during the Little Ice Age from 1700 to 1850.

Publishers typically pay male authors slightly higher advances than female authors. They also price men’s books higher, which results in higher royalty payments for male creators. Male authors are more likely than female authors to win literary awards, receive speaking invitations, and gain attention from major reviewers, all of which drive sales.

Which phrase best describes the topic of the group of sentences above?

An analysis of literary award winners

Gender differences in author income

A description of a book reviewer’s day

Resources for increasing author income

Gender differences in author income

Publishers typically pay male authors slightly higher advances than female authors. They also price men's books higher, which results in higher royalty payments for male creators. Male authors are more likely than female authors to win literary awards, receive speaking invitations, and gain attention from major reviewers, all of which drive sales.

Which of the following sentences would best function as a topic sentence to unite the information above?

-Gender differences in author pay primarily result from the fact that male authors appeal to a broader audience base.

-Although writers do not have fixed salaries, entrenched stereotyping results in a substantial pay gap between male and female authors.

-Authors can access a wide variety of income streams including fees for new work, royalties, speaking fees for public appearances, and more.

-Substantial evidence suggests that female authors simply do not produce wor

Although writers do not have fixed salaries, entrenched stereotyping results in a substantial pay gap between male and female authors.

Publishers typically pay male authors slightly higher advances than female authors. They also price men's books higher, which results in higher royalty payments for male creators. Male authors are more likely than female authors to win literary awards, receive speaking invitations, and gain attention from major reviewers, all of which drive sales.

Which sentence provides another supporting detail to address the topic of the sentences above?

-Many young people dream of being famous writers, but authors face a difficult path to financial success with their work.

-Many female authors have recently come forward with alarming stories of sexual harassment and assault by powerful members of their industry.

-Very few contemporary authors are able to earn a living solely off their published works, so most rely on other sources of income to pay the bills.

-Numerous studies show that both publishers and readers are more lik

Numerous studies show that both publishers and readers are more likely to buy the same book if the author has a male name rather than a female name.

Numerous robotic missions to Mars have revealed tantalizing evidence of a planet that may once have been capable of supporting life.

How could this sentence function as a supporting detail in a persuasive text arguing that space research is worth the expense and effort because it teaches us more about Earth and ourselves?

-By using statistics to back up an argument that needs support to be believed

-By showing how a space discovery could earn money for investors here on Earth

-By providing an example of a space discovery that enhances our understanding of life

-By developing the main idea that no space discovery can reveal information about Earth

By providing an example of a space discovery that enhances our understanding of life

Until about 1850, few people living in temperate climates had ever had the opportunity to taste a banana. Only after the invention of the steamship could importers and exporters reliably transport this fruit to North America and Europe. Railways and refrigeration were two other vital components in the development of the banana trade. Today, bananas are a major export in several Central and South American countries as well as the Philippines. Around the world, people in climates that cannot support banana production now have access to plentiful inexpensive bananas.

Which sentence provides an effective summary of the text above?

-The author of this paragraph really likes bananas and researched them thoroughly.

-Shipping and refrigeration technology helped bananas become a major export crop.

-This paragraph should include more detail about the development of the banana trade.

-Before 1850, most Americans and Europeans

Shipping and refrigeration technology helped bananas become a major export crop.

Until about 1850, few people living in temperate climates had ever had the opportunity to taste a banana. Only after the invention of the steamship could importers and exporters reliably transport this fruit to North America and Europe. Railways and refrigeration were two other vital components in the development of the banana trade. Today, bananas are a major export in several Central and South American countries as well as the Philippines. Around the world, people in climates that cannot support banana production now have access to plentiful inexpensive bananas.

Read the following summary of the paragraph above.

According to John K. Miller, the invention of shipping and refrigeration technology helped bananas become a major export crop. The banana trade is an important source of income for many countries around the world, and consumers can buy bananas easily even in places where bananas do not grow.

What makes th

It restates the ideas of the original text in completely new words.

Until about 1850, few people living in temperate climates had ever had the opportunity to taste a banana. Only after the invention of the steamship could importers and exporters reliably transport this fruit to North America and Europe. Railways and refrigeration were two other vital components in the development of the banana trade. Today, bananas are a major export in several Central and South American countries as well as the Philippines. Around the world, people in climates that cannot support banana production now have access to plentiful inexpensive bananas.

Read the following summary of the paragraph above.

According to John K. Miller, the invention of shipping and refrigeration technology helped bananas become a major export crop. The banana trade is an important source of income for many countries around the world, and consumers can buy bananas easily even in places where bananas do not grow.

Which summary

Before 1850, most Americans and Europeans had never had the opportunity to taste a banana.

Until about 1850, few people living in temperate climates had ever had the opportunity to taste a banana. Only after the invention of the steamship could importers and exporters reliably transport this fruit to North America and Europe. Railways and refrigeration were two other vital components in the development of the banana trade. Today, bananas are a major export in several Central and South American countries as well as the Philippines. Around the world, people in climates that cannot support banana production now have access to plentiful inexpensive bananas.

Which summary sentence fails to be objective?

-The author of this paragraph really likes bananas and researched them thoroughly.

-This paragraph should include more detail about the development of the banana trade.

-Before 1850, most Americans and Europeans had never had the opportunity to taste a banana.

-The technological developments of the Industrial

This paragraph should include more detail about the development of the banana trade.

Until about 1850, few people living in temperate climates had ever had the opportunity to taste a banana. Only after the invention of the steamship could importers and exporters reliably transport this fruit to North America and Europe. Railways and refrigeration were two other vital components in the development of the banana trade. Today, bananas are a major export in several Central and South American countries as well as the Philippines. Around the world, people in climates that cannot support banana production now have access to plentiful inexpensive bananas.

Read the following sentence:

Nobody would eat bananas today if modern shipping and refrigeration technology had never been invented.

Why doesn't this sentence belong in a summary of the paragraph above?

-It concerns supporting details and not main ideas.

-It adheres too closely to the original author's language.

-It fails to make a clear judgment abo

-It does not accurately state an idea from the original text.

As a parent, I find television and movie rating systems unhelpful. Ratings systems are not human. Their scores are based on numbers: how many bad words, how many gory scenes. To me, that makes no sense. Nobody else knows my kids like I do, so nobody else can say what’s okay for them to watch.

In my experience, the content a government organization rates as PG or PG-13 may or may not be appropriate for my 9-, 14-, and 16-year-olds. My youngest is quite mature for his age, and I’m fine with him hearing a bad word or two as a part of a meaningful story.

Violence concerns me more. I won’t let even my 16-year-old watch frivolous violence or horror. But I don’t shelter him from realistic violence. My little guy still has to stay out of the room for the bloody stuff. But eventually, kids need to know what’s out there.

The primary purpose of this passage is to:

decide

inform

persuade

entertain

persuade

As a parent, I find television and movie rating systems unhelpful. Ratings systems are not human. Their scores are based on numbers: how many bad words, how many gory scenes. To me, that makes no sense. Nobody else knows my kids like I do, so nobody else can say what's okay for them to watch.

In my experience, the content a government organization rates as PG or PG-13 may or may not be appropriate for my 9-, 14-, and 16-year-olds. My youngest is quite mature for his age, and I'm fine with him hearing a bad word or two as a part of a meaningful story.

Violence concerns me more. I won't let even my 16-year-old watch frivolous violence or horror. But I don't shelter him from realistic violence. My little guy still has to stay out of the room for the bloody stuff. But eventually, kids need to know what's out there.

The author of this passage would be most likely to agree that:

-kids should not watch televis

another parent should have the right to let her own kids watch extremely violent movies.

As a parent, I find television and movie rating systems unhelpful. Ratings systems are not human. Their scores are based on numbers: how many bad words, how many gory scenes. To me, that makes no sense. Nobody else knows my kids like I do, so nobody else can say what's okay for them to watch.

In my experience, the content a government organization rates as PG or PG-13 may or may not be appropriate for my 9-, 14-, and 16-year-olds. My youngest is quite mature for his age, and I'm fine with him hearing a bad word or two as a part of a meaningful story.

Violence concerns me more. I won't let even my 16-year-old watch frivolous violence or horror. But I don't shelter him from realistic violence. My little guy still has to stay out of the room for the bloody stuff. But eventually, kids need to know what's out there.

The author of this passage would be likely to support an effort to:

-create a government syst

provide parents more information about the content of children's shows and movies.

As a parent, I find television and movie rating systems unhelpful. Ratings systems are not human. Their scores are based on numbers: how many bad words, how many gory scenes. To me, that makes no sense. Nobody else knows my kids like I do, so nobody else can say what's okay for them to watch.

In my experience, the content a government organization rates as PG or PG-13 may or may not be appropriate for my 9-, 14-, and 16-year-olds. My youngest is quite mature for his age, and I'm fine with him hearing a bad word or two as a part of a meaningful story.

Violence concerns me more. I won't let even my 16-year-old watch frivolous violence or horror. But I don't shelter him from realistic violence. My little guy still has to stay out of the room for the bloody stuff. But eventually, kids need to know what's out there.

What is the most likely reason for the author's decision to include the phrase "as a paren

She is establishing herself as a knowledgeable source on this topic.

As a parent, I find television and movie rating systems unhelpful. Ratings systems are not human. Their scores are based on numbers: how many bad words, how many gory scenes. To me, that makes no sense. Nobody else knows my kids like I do, so nobody else can say what's okay for them to watch.

In my experience, the content a government organization rates as PG or PG-13 may or may not be appropriate for my 9-, 14-, and 16-year-olds. My youngest is quite mature for his age, and I'm fine with him hearing a bad word or two as a part of a meaningful story.

Violence concerns me more. I won't let even my 16-year-old watch frivolous violence or horror. But I don't shelter him from realistic violence. My little guy still has to stay out of the room for the bloody stuff. But eventually, kids need to know what's out there.

When the author says ratings systems are "based on numbers," she is developing the point t

some decisions should be made on a case-by-case basis.

How many calories are in one serving of this product?

5

20

150

3750

150

Germain ate 60 crackers out of this box. How many servings did he consume?

1

3

5

10

3

The product in this package is considered high in:

sodium.

trans fat.

cholesterol.

saturated fat.

saturated fat.

Fatima is attempting to confine her diet to products low in sodium. How much of this product should she eat?

-None; the product is not low in sodium.

-One serving; the amount of sodium is reasonable.

-The whole package; the contents are appropriate for a low-sodium diet.

-Less than three servings; she needs to keep her sodium intake below 20%.

None; the product is not low in sodium.

The product in this package is a good source of:

iron.

fiber.

calcium.

vitamin D.

iron.

Which statement, if true, is a fact?

The 1918 flu pandemic killed more people than World War I.

The 1918 flu pandemic was more devastating than World War I.

The 1918 flu pandemic was a terrifying display of nature’s power.

The 1918 flu pandemic caused greater social instability than the plague.

The 1918 flu pandemic killed more people than World War I.

Which statement is an opinion?

-Freshman Anita Jones states that excessive homework requirements cause her undue stress.

-Students reported symptoms such as headaches, anxiety attacks, and difficulty sleeping.

-Excessive homework requirements causes students undue stress and harm their quality of life.

-Students who do homework more than three hours per day show elevated cortisol levels compared to students who do no homework.

Excessive homework requirements causes students undue stress and harm their quality of life.

A growing focus on STEM—science, technology, engineering, and math—has brought funding and excitement for these subjects into schools. Meanwhile, the push for standardized testing is requiring teachers to devote a large proportion of class time to reading and math test preparation. One consequence of these dual trends is that schools are skimping on social studies instruction.

Mindful world citizens need, at a minimum, a general awareness of foreign cultures, a passing familiarity with geography, and a basic understanding of history. If you're not sure your child's school is instilling these basic foundations of knowledge, you need to support your kids' learning yourself. Daunting as this may sound, it doesn't need to take an inordinate amount of time and effort.

A good first step is to keep a globe or world map in a prominent location in your home. Whenever possible, refer to this resource in conversat

Parents

A growing focus on STEM—science, technology, engineering, and math—has brought funding and excitement for these subjects into schools. Meanwhile, the push for standardized testing is requiring teachers to devote a large proportion of class time to reading and math test preparation. One consequence of these dual trends is that schools are skimping on social studies instruction.

Mindful world citizens need, at a minimum, a general awareness of foreign cultures, a passing familiarity with geography, and a basic understanding of history. If you're not sure your child's school is instilling these basic foundations of knowledge, you need to support your kids' learning yourself. Daunting as this may sound, it doesn't need to take an inordinate amount of time and effort.

A good first step is to keep a globe or world map in a prominent location in your home. Whenever possible, refer to this resource in conversat

parents are eager to support their children's education.

A growing focus on STEM—science, technology, engineering, and math—has brought funding and excitement for these subjects into schools. Meanwhile, the push for standardized testing is requiring teachers to devote a large proportion of class time to reading and math test preparation. One consequence of these dual trends is that schools are skimping on social studies instruction.

Mindful world citizens need, at a minimum, a general awareness of foreign cultures, a passing familiarity with geography, and a basic understanding of history. If you're not sure your child's school is instilling these basic foundations of knowledge, you need to support your kids' learning yourself. Daunting as this may sound, it doesn't need to take an inordinate amount of time and effort.

A good first step is to keep a globe or world map in a prominent location in your home. Whenever possible, refer to this resource in conversat

The author thinks STEM instruction is a waste of children's time.

A growing focus on STEM—science, technology, engineering, and math—has brought funding and excitement for these subjects into schools. Meanwhile, the push for standardized testing is requiring teachers to devote a large proportion of class time to reading and math test preparation. One consequence of these dual trends is that schools are skimping on social studies instruction.

Mindful world citizens need, at a minimum, a general awareness of foreign cultures, a passing familiarity with geography, and a basic understanding of history. If you're not sure your child's school is instilling these basic foundations of knowledge, you need to support your kids' learning yourself. Daunting as this may sound, it doesn't need to take an inordinate amount of time and effort.

A good first step is to keep a globe or world map in a prominent location in your home. Whenever possible, refer to this resource in conversat

mindful world citizens.

A growing focus on STEM—science, technology, engineering, and math—has brought funding and excitement for these subjects into schools. Meanwhile, the push for standardized testing is requiring teachers to devote a large proportion of class time to reading and math test preparation. One consequence of these dual trends is that schools are skimping on social studies instruction.

Mindful world citizens need, at a minimum, a general awareness of foreign cultures, a passing familiarity with geography, and a basic understanding of history. If you're not sure your child's school is instilling these basic foundations of knowledge, you need to support your kids' learning yourself. Daunting as this may sound, it doesn't need to take an inordinate amount of time and effort.

A good first step is to keep a globe or world map in a prominent location in your home. Whenever possible, refer to this resource in conversat

If you don't have time to do this research during a family library trip, most libraries allow patrons to browse and order books online.

Which of the following is an example of a secondary source?

A diary of a politician

A biography of a politician

A study guide on a politician’s speech

An encyclopedia article about a politician

A biography of a politician

Which of the following is not a primary source on Charles Darwin?

Charles Darwin’s field notes from his travels

On the Origin of Species by Charles Darwin

An online database of Charles Darwin’s writings

A blog post about Charles Darwin’s contributions

A blog post about Charles Darwin's contributions

There is inherent risk associated with the use of Rip Gym facilities. Although all Rip Gym customers sign a Risk Acknowledgment and Consent Form before gaining access to our grounds and equipment, litigation remains a possibility if customers suffer injuries due to negligence. Negligence complaints may include either staff mistakes or avoidable problems with equipment and facilities. It is therefore imperative that all Rip Gym employees follow the Safety Protocol in the event of a customer complaint.

Reports of Unsafe Equipment and Environments

Rip Gym employees must always respond promptly and seriously to any customer report of a hazard in our equipment or facilities, even if the employee judges the complaint frivolous. Customers may not use rooms or equipment that have been reported unsafe until the following steps have been taken, in order, to confirm and/or resolve the problem.

1. Place "Warning," "Out o

technical text.

There is inherent risk associated with the use of Rip Gym facilities. Although all Rip Gym customers sign a Risk Acknowledgment and Consent Form before gaining access to our grounds and equipment, litigation remains a possibility if customers suffer injuries due to negligence. Negligence complaints may include either staff mistakes or avoidable problems with equipment and facilities. It is therefore imperative that all Rip Gym employees follow the Safety Protocol in the event of a customer complaint.

Reports of Unsafe Equipment and Environments

Rip Gym employees must always respond promptly and seriously to any customer report of a hazard in our equipment or facilities, even if the employee judges the complaint frivolous. Customers may not use rooms or equipment that have been reported unsafe until the following steps have been taken, in order, to confirm and/or resolve the problem.

1. Place "Warning," "Out o

Problem-solution

There is inherent risk associated with the use of Rip Gym facilities. Although all Rip Gym customers sign a Risk Acknowledgment and Consent Form before gaining access to our grounds and equipment, litigation remains a possibility if customers suffer injuries due to negligence. Negligence complaints may include either staff mistakes or avoidable problems with equipment and facilities. It is therefore imperative that all Rip Gym employees follow the Safety Protocol in the event of a customer complaint.

Reports of Unsafe Equipment and Environments

Rip Gym employees must always respond promptly and seriously to any customer report of a hazard in our equipment or facilities, even if the employee judges the complaint frivolous. Customers may not use rooms or equipment that have been reported unsafe until the following steps have been taken, in order, to confirm and/or resolve the problem.

1. Place "Warning," "Out o

Sequence

What is the difference between expository and technical writing?

-Expository writing is always fiction, and technical writing is always nonfiction.

-Expository writing is often academic, and technical writing is usually practical.

-Expository writing is meant to persuade, and technical writing is meant to inform.

-Expository writing is dry and impersonal, and technical writing is often entertaining.

Expository writing is often academic, and technical writing is usually practical.

Which of the following is an example of expository writing?

A user manual

A history book

An op-ed article

An autobiography

A history book

Overworked public school teachers are required by law to spend extra time implementing Individual Educational Plans for students with learning and attention challenges. This shortchanges children who are actually engaged in their education by depriving them of an equal amount of individualized attention.

What assumption behind this passage reflects negative stereotypical thinking?

Public school teachers are generally overworked and underpaid.

Students with learning disabilities are not engaged in their education.

Laws require teachers to provide accommodations to certain students.

Teachers have a finite amount of attention to divide between students.

Students with learning disabilities are not engaged in their education.

Overworked public school teachers are required by law to spend extra time implementing Individual Educational Plans for students with learning and attention challenges. This shortchanges children who are actually engaged in their education by depriving them of an equal amount of individualized attention.

The above argument is invalid because the author:

-suggests that some students do not need as much attention because they learn the material more quickly.

-uses belittling and disrespectful word choice to describe people who think, learn, and process information differently.

-describes public school teachers in a negative way that makes it seem as though they have no interest in helping students.

-professes an interest in equality for all students while simultaneously suggesting some students are more worthy than others.

uses belittling and disrespectful word choice to describe people who think, learn, and process information differently.

What is the small, root-like part of the neuron on the top right called?

Axon

Nucleus

Dendrite

Myelin sheath

Dendrite

Which question can be answered by consulting this diagram?

Why does the brain contain neurons?

Where is a nucleus located in a neuron?

What is the function of a myelin sheath?

How does a neuron interact with other cells?

Where is a nucleus located in a neuron?

Which type of book has sold the most copies?

E-book

Hardcover

Paperback

Audiobook

Paperback

The marketing director for The Comings wants to use a different strategy for publishing book #2 in the series. Which argument does the bar graph best support?

The first book in the trilogy has only sold 10,000 copies.

The second book in the trilogy should not be released in hardcover.

The second book in the trilogy should only be released as an e-book.

The second and third books in the trilogy should be combined into one.

The second book in the trilogy should not be released in hardcover.