ATI TEAS 7
TEAS 7 Reading Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Harriet Tubman was a runaway slave from Maryland who became known as the "Moses of her people." Over the course of 10 years, and at great personal risk, she led hundreds of slaves to freedom along the Underground Railroad, a secret network of safe houses where runaway slaves could stay on their journey north to freedom. She later became a leader in the abolitionist movement, and during the Civil War she was a spy for the federal forces in South Carolina as well as a nurse.
Harriet Tubman's name at birth was Araminta Ross. She was one of 11 children of Harriet and Benjamin Ross born into slavery in Dorchester County, Maryland. As a child, Ross was "hired out" by her master as a nursemaid for a small baby. Ross had to stay awake all night so that the baby wouldn't cry and wake the mother. If Ross fell asleep, the baby's mother whipped her. From a very young age, Ross was determined to gain her freedom.
As a slave, Araminta Ross was scarred for life when she refused to help in the punishment of another young slave. A young man had gone to the store without permission, and when he returned, the overseer wanted to whip him. He asked Ross to help but she refused. When the young man started to run away, the overseer picked up a heavy iron weight and threw it at him. He missed the young man and hit Ross instead. The weight nearly crushed her skull and left a deep scar. She was unconscious for days, and suffered from seizures for the rest of her life.
In 1844, Ross married a free black named John Tubman and took his last name. She also changed her first name, taking her mother's name, Harriet. In 1849, worried that she and the other slaves on the plantation were going to be sold, Tubman decided to run away. Her husband refused to go with her, so she set out with her two brothers, and followed the North Star in the sky to guide her north to freedom. Her brothers became frightened and turned back, but she continued on and reached Philadelphia. There she found work as a household servant and saved her money so she could return to help others escape.
Question 1 of 5
This passage is mainly about
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The passage is mainly about Harriet Tubman's role as an abolitionist leader. It discusses her efforts to help slaves escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad and highlights her significant impact on the abolitionist movement. The focus is on Tubman's leadership and involvement in the fight against slavery, rather than just her life as a slave or the general experience of slaves during the Civil War.
Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because while the passage mentions slavery, the Civil War, and Tubman's life as a slave, the primary emphasis is on her leadership and activism in the abolitionist movement.
Extract:
The next three questions are based on the information below.
The Dewey Decimal Classes
000 Computer science, information, and general works 100 Philosophy and psychology
200 Religion
300 Social sciences
400 Languages
500 Science and mathematics 600 Technical and applied science 700 Arts and recreation
800 Literature
900 History, geography, and biography
Question 2 of 5
Jenson also discovers that the meaning behind many of the plays was closely related to the polytheistic beliefs that were practiced in ancient Greece. What section of the library should he check for more information about Greek polytheism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Jenson should check section 200 of the library for more information about Greek polytheism. In the Dewey Decimal Classification system used in libraries, section 200 covers topics related to religion. Since Greek polytheism is a religious belief system, relevant resources and information about it are most likely found in the 200s section of the library.
Choice A (100) covers Philosophy and Psychology, which is not directly related to religion like Greek polytheism.
Choice C (300) covers Social Sciences, which is not the most appropriate section for information on religious beliefs.
Choice D (900) covers History, Geography, and Biography, which are also unrelated to the specific topic of Greek polytheism.
Extract:
Magnesium is an important nutrient that supports immune system functioning and helps protect the body against cardiovascular diseases. Symptoms of magnesium deficiency rarely surface among populations in developed countries, but concern is growing that many people may not have sufficient body stores of this metal. Surveys show that most Americans do not receive a minimum daily requirement of magnesium in their diets.
Magnesium is absorbed from foods by the intestines, before the circulatory system transports it to the body's tissues. Less than one-half of ingested magnesium normally is taken up in this way.
Health issues affecting the digestive tract may impair magnesium absorbance. For example, gastrointestinal disorders such as Crohn's disease can limit magnesium uptake. The kidneys normally limit urinary excretion of magnesium, a function that can help make up for low dietary intake. However, alcohol abuse and certain medications can affect this balance and thereby lead to magnesium depletion.
Symptoms of magnesium deficiency include vomiting, fatigue, and loss of appetite. More severe cases can include symptoms such as muscular cramps, seizures, and coronary abnormalities.
Magnesium insufficiency also can affect the body's ability to absorb other cations, including calcium and potassium, and can lead to other health complications. Good sources of dietary magnesium include leafy green vegetables, potatoes, nuts, and seeds.
Question 3 of 5
According to the passage, what health issue can result from alcohol abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C, compromise of the immune system. The passage states that alcohol abuse can weaken the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to infections and illnesses. This compromise of the immune system can lead to various health issues and exacerbate existing conditions.
Choices A, B, and D are incorrect based on the passage. While the passage discusses the impact of alcohol abuse on magnesium absorption and kidney function, it does not directly attribute these issues to alcohol abuse. Gastrointestinal disorders are mentioned in relation to magnesium absorption but are not specifically linked to alcohol abuse.
Extract:
Vegan and Lovin' It: Making the Transition to a Vegan Diet
Table of Contents
I. Better-for-the Planet Breads
A. Yeast Breads
B. Breakfast Breads and Coffee Cakes
C. Muffins and Scones
D. Biscuits, Pancakes and French Toast
II. Exciting Salads
A. Salads on the Side
B. Salads as a Meal
III. Savory Side Dishes
A. Rice
B. Potatoes
C. Light Soups
D. Veggie Delight
IV. Elegant, Easy Entrees
A. Pasta
B. Casseroles
C. Hearty Soups and Stews
D. Pizzas
E. Slow Cooker Meals
V. Delicious Desserts and Drinks
A. Cookies, Bars
B. Cakes, Pies, and Tarts
C. Ice “Creamâ€
D. Smoothies
VI. Tips for Entertaining
A. Satisfying a Crowd
B. Recommended menus
Question 4 of 5
Sarah also wants to offer her vegan guests a slightly more filling option such as a light soup with some biscuits. Which two chapters of the cookbook should she consult?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sarah wants to offer her vegan guests a slightly more filling option such as a light soup with some biscuits. Chapter II of the cookbook covers light soups, making it a suitable choice for soup ideas. Chapter IV focuses on baking and bread recipes, including biscuits. By consulting Chapter II for soup recipes and Chapter IV for biscuit recipes, Sarah can find appropriate dishes for her vegan guests.
Choice A (Chapter II and Chapter III) is incorrect because Chapter III does not cover biscuits.
Choice B (Chapter I and Chapter III) is incorrect as biscuits are not part of Chapter I.
Choice D (Chapter V and Chapter VI) is incorrect because these chapters do not contain relevant recipes for a light soup with biscuits.
Extract:
The next three questions are based on the information below.
The Dewey Decimal Classes
000 Computer science, information, and general works 100 Philosophy and psychology
200 Religion
300 Social sciences
400 Languages
500 Science and mathematics 600 Technical and applied science 700 Arts and recreation
800 Literature
900 History, geography, and biography
Question 5 of 5
During his study, Jenson finds himself increasingly drawn to information about the theaters of ancient Greece and particularly to the plays that the Greeks performed. What section of the library should he check next for more resources on the written plays that have survived from ancient Greece?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Jenson should check section 800 for more resources on the written plays that have survived from ancient Greece. Section 800 generally covers literature and includes works of literary criticism, which would likely have information on ancient Greek plays, playwrights, and theatrical practices.
Choice A (200) is for Religion, not related to ancient Greek plays.
Choice B (600) is for Technical and applied science, unrelated to literature.
Choice C (700) is for Arts and recreation, more related to the performing arts but not specifically focused on written plays from ancient Greece.