TEAS 7 Reading Practice Test Questions

Please read the text below and answer the following question.

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 sur

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

Please read the text below and answer the following question.

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 sur

a. the topic

Please read the text below and answer the following question.

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 sur

c. People should be concerned by even minor global temperature change.

Please read the text below and answer the following question.

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 sur

d. Supporting detail

Please read the text below and answer the following question.

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 sur

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

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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?

a. An analysis of

b. Gender differences in author income.

Please read the text below and answer the following question.

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

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

Please read the text below and answer the following question.

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 sentence

d. 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.

Read the sentence below and answer the following question.

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

Imagine this sentence is a supporting detail in a well-developed paragraph. Which of the following sentences would best function as a topic sentence?

a. Venus is an intensely hot planet surrounded by clouds full of drops of sulfuric acid.

b. Of all the destinations within human reach, Mars is the planet

b. Of all the destinations within human reach, Mars is the planet most similar to Earth.

Read the sentence below and answer the following question.

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?

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

b. By showing how a space discove

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

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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 Philippi

b. 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 suppo

b. 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 suppo

c. 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 suppo

b. 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 suppo

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

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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 yo

c. persuade

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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 yo

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

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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 yo

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

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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 yo

d. She is establishing herself a s knowledgeable source on this topic.

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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 yo

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

How many calories are in one serving of this product?

a. 5

b. 20

c. 150

d. 3750

c. 150

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

a. 1

b. 3

c. 5

d. 10

b. 3

The product in this package is considered high in:

a. sodium.

b. trans-fat.

c. cholesterol.

d. saturated fat.

d. saturated fat

Fatima is attempting to confine her diet to products low in sodium. How much of this product should she eat? 5% is the lowest

a. None; the product is not low in sodium.

b. One serving; the amount of sodium is reasonable.

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

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

a. None; the product is not low in sodium.

The product in this package is a good source in:

a. iron.

b. fiber.

c. calcium.

d. vitamin D.

a. iron.

Which statement, if true, is a fact?

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

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

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

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

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

Which statement is an opinion?

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

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

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

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

c. 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 geograp

a. 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 geograp

a. 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 geograp

d. 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 geograp

d. 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 geograp

b. 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. A diary of a politician.

b. A biography of a politician.

c. A study guide on a politician's speech.

d. An encyclopedia article about a politician.

b. A biography of a politician.

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

a. Charles Darwin's field notes from his travels.

b. On the Origin of Species by Charles Darwin.

c. An online database of Charles Darwin's writings.

d. A blog post about Charles Darwin's contributions.

d. A blog post about Charles Darwin's contributions.

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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

b. technical text.

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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

c. Problem-solution

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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

a. Sequence

What is the difference between expository and technical writing?

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

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

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

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

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

Which of the following is an example of expository writing?

a. A user manual.

b. A history book.

c. An op-ed article.

d. An autobiography.

b. A history book.

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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?

a. Public school teachers are generally overworked and

b. Students with learning disabilities are not engaged in their education.

Read the passage below and answer the following question.

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:

a. suggests that some students do not as much attention because they learn the mate

b. uses derogatory 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?

a. Axon

b. Nucleus

c. Dendrite

d. Myelin sheath

c. Dendrite

Which question can be answered by consulting this diagram?

a. Why does the brain contain neurons?

b. Where is the nucleus located in a neuron?

c. What is the function of a myelin sheath?

d. How does a neuron interact with other cells?

b. Where is the nucleus located in a neuron?

The bar graph below provides information about book sales for a book called The Comings, which is the first book in a trilogy. Study the image and answer the following question.

Which type of book sold the most copies?

a. E-book

b. Hardcover

c. Paperback

d. Audiobook

c. Paperback

The bar graph below provides information about book sales for a book called The Comings, which is the first book in a trilogy. Study the image and answer the following question.

The marketing director for The Comings wants to use a different strategy for publishing book two in the series.

Which argument does the bar graph best support?

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

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

c. The second book in the

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