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ATI TEAS 7

ATI TEAS 7 Test Bank

Reading TEAS Practice Test Questions

Question 1 of 5

Which of the following best describes the organization of the information in the passage?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The passage is organized in a chronological sequence, starting from the reign of King Charles II, proceeding to his death without a legitimate heir, the ascension of his brother James II, and the events that followed with the birth of James II's son and the subsequent fleeing of the family. The passage then covers the rejection of the young James as heir, the rise of the Jacobites, and the defeat at the Battle of Culloden in 1746. Each event is presented in the order in which they occurred. The other answer choices are incorrect: cause-effect implies a relationship of events leading to each other, problem-solution focuses on identifying issues and resolving them, and comparison-contrast involves highlighting similarities and differences between subjects, none of which are the primary organizational structure of the passage.

Question 2 of 5

Considering the list of works that Angela read, into which category does 'The Cask of Amontillado' most likely fit?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: 'The Cask of Amontillado' by Edgar Allan Poe is most likely a short story based on the information provided. The list of works that Angela read consisted of classic literature. Since the rule states that short stories should be placed in quotation marks, it aligns with the formatting rule. Therefore, 'The Cask of Amontillado' is most likely categorized as a short story. Choice A, newspaper article, is incorrect because newspaper articles are usually not considered classic literature. Choice B, book chapter, is incorrect as 'The Cask of Amontillado' is a standalone work and not a chapter within a book. Choice D, television show episode, is incorrect as the list of works provided consists of classic literary works, not television shows.

Question 3 of 5

What is the main idea of the second paragraph?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The main idea of the second paragraph is that confirming and disconfirming evidence can affect hypotheses differently, as stated in the passage - 'Single pieces of evidence then, seem to affect a given hypothesis in radically different ways.' Choice A is incorrect because the paragraph discusses how single pieces of evidence affect hypotheses, not that one hairy monkey proves a hypothesis. Choice B is incorrect as the paragraph focuses on the different effects of evidence on hypotheses, rather than its ability to confirm and disconfirm simultaneously. Choice D is incorrect as the paragraph does not primarily discuss the scientific method's failings but rather the impact of evidence on hypotheses.

Question 4 of 5

Based on the passages, what can we infer about the relationship between assault and lethal force?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: From the passages provided, it can be inferred that an assault with deadly intent can lead to an individual using lethal force to defend themselves and preserve their well-being. This suggests a relationship between assault with deadly intent and the potential use of lethal force in self-defense situations. Choice A is incorrect because lethal force is not always a direct result of assault, as it depends on the circumstances. Choice B is incorrect as not all assaults lead to the use of lethal force by someone. Choice D is incorrect as the definition of deadly force and assault are distinct, with deadly force typically being used in self-defense situations where there is an immediate threat of severe harm or death.

Question 5 of 5

On what point would the authors of both passages agree?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Both authors in the passages agree that fairy tales, despite originating from different cultures, often contain similar elements such as magical occurrences, mythical creatures, and fundamental human desires and fears. This suggests that there are frequent common elements found in fairy tales across different cultures. Choice A is incorrect because the authors do not specifically mention a single common origin for all fairy tales. Choice B is incorrect as the passages emphasize that similar versions of fairy tales can be found in various cultures, rather than developing independently. Choice D is incorrect as while one passage discusses how fairy tales capture basic human fears, the other passage focuses on a broader spectrum of common elements beyond fears.

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