Reading Teas Test Part 2
This flashcard set focuses on reading comprehension skills using questions from a passage about mustaches. It helps test the ability to make inferences and identify supporting details, key for success on the TEAS exam.
(Hummingbird)
Which of the following statements from the passage provides evidence that hummingbird have the "ability to amaze"?
Answer: Their wings beat faster than those of any other birds - from 60 to 70 times per second
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(Hummingbird)
Which of the following statements from the passage provides evidence that hummingbird have the "ability to amaze"?
Answer: Their wings beat faster than those of any other birds - from 60 to 70 times per second
(Hummingbird)
Which of the following has a similar theme to hummingbirds passage?
Answer: A nature documentary highlighting the many varieties of peacock spider in Australia and their unique traits
(Malaria)
Which of the following was a key reason that scientist began working on better treatment for malaria?
Answer: To protect soldiers in combat
(Malaria)
Which of the following is a logical conclusion based on the passage
Answer: Infection rates within a community may affect that community's understanding of diseases
(Malaria)
Which of the following best describes the author's purpose in the first sentence of the passage?
Answer: To connect the passage to the reader's frame of reference
(Malaria)
Which of the following data supports the author's argument about why Americans lack awareness about the dangers of malaria around the world?
Answer: An epidemiology report finds there have been no cases of malaria originating from US in the last 60 years
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
(Hummingbird) Which of the following statements from the passage provides evidence that hummingbird have the "ability to amaze"? | Answer: Their wings beat faster than those of any other birds - from 60 to 70 times per second |
(Hummingbird) Which of the following has a similar theme to hummingbirds passage? | Answer: A nature documentary highlighting the many varieties of peacock spider in Australia and their unique traits |
(Malaria) Which of the following was a key reason that scientist began working on better treatment for malaria? | Answer: To protect soldiers in combat |
(Malaria) Which of the following is a logical conclusion based on the passage | Answer: Infection rates within a community may affect that community's understanding of diseases |
(Malaria) Which of the following best describes the author's purpose in the first sentence of the passage? | Answer: To connect the passage to the reader's frame of reference |
(Malaria) Which of the following data supports the author's argument about why Americans lack awareness about the dangers of malaria around the world? | Answer: An epidemiology report finds there have been no cases of malaria originating from US in the last 60 years |
(Cooking) At which of the following times does it make the most sense to mince the garlic? | Answer: Before adding to the pan |
(Cooking) According to the recipe above, when should the onion be cooked? | Answer: After heating the oil in the pan |
(Car at Kaw River) Which of the following sentences in the text could support the inference that it is common practice to dispose of old vehicles in the Kaw River? | Answer: "After several moments, the diver surfaced and said, "You have a whopper, but he is in one of those old cars at the bottom. |
(Car at Kaw River) Which of the following is the purpose of this paragraph of Kaw River? | Answer: To entertain |
(Apple) Which of the following apples is the most economical to buy? | Answer: Macintosh |
(Bibliography Doe, Jane) Based on the sources listed above, what is the likely subject of the paper? | Answer: The start of World War I |
(Lunch with my friend) Based on the passage above, which of the following events occurred first? | Answer: The narrator asks his friend to bring the yearbook |
Students are offered a $2.50 discount on all movies that start before 5:00pm. How many different movies could a student see at the discount price? | Answer: 5 movies |
Using the index above, which of the following page ranges should someone refer to when choosing colors for a book design? | Answer: 115-124 (color palettes) |
Above is an advertisement for a roofing company. Which of the following information is included in the advertisement? A. The company's street address B. Information about a $100, 10-year warranty C. Information about a special deal for new customers D. The phone number for the company's corporate headquarters | Answer: C. Information about a special deal for new customers |
Which of the following is the best resourced to use to find the definition of the word "vernacular"? A. An encyclopedia B. A dictionary C. A translator D. An Almanac | Answer: B. A dictionary |
Which of the following questions is most likely to be addressed in this month's issue of Earth and Tree? A. What are the effects of reforestation on the environment? B. What country has the purest water treatment facilities? C. How many days are left before the end of the photography contest? D. How can trees be protected from insect pests? | Answer: A. What are the effects of reforestation on the environment? |
(Solar Panel) Which of the following best summarizes the text? | Answer: Diverse presidential philosophy have effected White House energy |
(Solar Panel) According to the passage, which of the following events occurred second? | Answer: President Reagan took office in 1981 |
(Solar Panel) Instead of following a chronological sequence, the author discusses Obama's reinstallation of solar panels first. Which purpose of this order of events? | Answer: To engage the reader's political stance |
(Solar Panel) Which of the following sentence from passage includes biased language? | Answer: Carter said the solar panels were a small part of the greatest and most exciting adventures ever undertaken by American people |
(Solar Panel) Which of the following inference can be made from the following section from the passage? It was ahead of times. He set this example for the American people as a part of a campaign? | Answer: President Carter's conservation efforts significantly reduced energy waste in America |
(Solar Panel) Which of the following is a logical conclusion based on this passage? The White House was the first building in America to have solar panels | Answer: President Obama and Carter have similar ideas on energy conservation |
(Solar Panel) Why did they start off the passage with Obama? | Answer: To get a picture of the current event that is happening now |
Chili Recipe | Answer: It is Expository |
(Chili Recipe) One of the questions in the Chili Recipe | Answer: To rinse/drain the bean first |
(Chili Recipe) Brown the meat | Answer: Process of partially cooking the surface of meat to help remove excessive fat |
Bursitis | Answer: Inflammation of a bursa usually caused by a blow or friction; the fluid-filled sacs in your joint |
A patient walks into a clinic with a sore leg. The patient says she is required to carry heavy objects at her job, and she believes her leg has been affected by the weight. In addition to the soreness, the patient's entire leg appears to be swollen and tender. The intake clinic nurse speculates this patient has bursitis. Which of the following is the definition of "bursitis" in the passage above? | Answer: An inflammation of a joint |
(Russian Blue Cat) The passage from the Russian blue cats, what kind of passage is it? | Answer: Explository; inform |
(Russian Blue Cats) Which of the following is the writer's purpose in this passage? | Answer: Describe |
(Russian Blue Cats) Which of the following describes the type of writing in this passage? | Answer: expository |
Zip Code | Answer: Postal Code Zones of the U.S. Postal Service |
(Football Practice) A coach shows up to football practice one day and all the equipment is missing, before he notifies the principal he tries to figure out the most plausible reason for this. Which is the most logical conclusion based on the four answers listed below. | Answer: The school budget is cut |
(Football Practice) Rapport | Answer: Mutual understanding and harmony |
(Right-left handedness) Which of the statements restates the main idea of the passage? | Answer: Right or left-handedness doesn't really affect the outcomes of people lives |
(Right-left handedness) Which of the following details from the passage supports the main idea? | Answer: Many theories exist about what determines handedness |
(Job interview) Which of the following interference can the reader draw according to the passage? | Answer: Preparing for a job interview can compensate for appropriate business attire |
(Job interview) Which of the following is sentences in the passage is a fact? | Answer: Of all the candidates, only one was appropriate for the job |
(Job interview) Which of the following is the writer's purpose for writing this passage | Answer: To analyze |
(Parking space downtown Fremont) Which of the following is likely suggestion the city manager's office will receive from the public? | Answer: Fremont should increase the number of available parking spaces downtown |
(Parking space downtown Fremont) Which of the following is the purpose of editorial about downtown Fremont? | Answer: To determine how residents feel about adding more parking downtown |
Based on the advertisement above, which of the following attorneys provides the nesccessary experience to pursue her claim and would ensure the employee the lowest overall cost. | Answer: Smith & Jones |
Which of the following sources contains copyright information for a given book? | Answer: Library online catalog |
PWSAFMIX | Answer: SFFMOC |
(Memo) What is the main purpose of the memo? | Answer: To request nominations of potential candidates for an annual awards |
(Memo) What is the logical conclusion based on the information given in the memo? | Answer: An employee will be selected from the nominee pool shortly after the December 5th |
Despite our entreaties, her objection to our plan STANDS. Which of the following definition is correct for "stands" as used in the sentence above? a. Resists a hostile action b. Halts or comes to a stop c. Rises to an upright position d. Remains in effect | Answer: d. Remains in effect |
Which of the following medications is in form other than a pill? | Answer: Shake well before using clean mouthpiece after each use with running water |
The pie chart above shows the percentage of students from a college fraternity majoring in 6 different subjects areas. Which of the following statements is true about the pie chart? A. Education is the least popular major in the fraternity B. More than half of the students in the fraternity are majoring in Psychology or English C. The number of English and Education majors is equal to the number of Biology majors | Answer: C. The number of English and Education majors is equal to the number of Biology majors |
The percent daily value on nutrition labels indicates the nutrition in one serving of food based on recommendations from the Food and Drug Administration. Ideally, a balanced diet would provide 100% of each of these nutrients each day. Based on this information which of the following nutritional categories should someone limit for the rest of the day if they eat 1 serving of the cookies described in this nutrition facts above? | Answer: Saturated fat |
Which of the following statements represents an opinion? A. "The lake is fed by freshwater stream, making the water cold." B. "The lake is 47 feet deep at the deepest point." C. " There are many native birds that nest around the lake." D. " Fishing in the spring is more fun" | Answer: D. " Fishing in the spring is more fun" |
Amber was distraught when she discovered that her wallet was missing form her purse. What is the meaning of "distraught" as used in the sentence above? | Answer: upset |
She spent the rest of the day at home after consuming food that was contaminated with Staphylococcus Aureus at lunch. Italics are used in the sentence above because the italicized words are A. The scientific name of an organism B. Words that the reader may not known C. Intended to be emphasized by the author D. A proper title of an ingredient | Answer: A. The scientific name of an organism |
A student is writing a paper and wants to know word for "large." Which of the following resources would be most useful for the students? | Answer: Thesaurus |
Thesaurus | Answer: a feature that allows the user to view synonyms and antonyms, and automatically replace words for enhanced writing |
Where would a student look to find out more information about historical weather predictions and weather patterns? | Answer: Almanac |
Almanac | Answer: an annual calendar containing important dates and statistical information such as astronomical data and tide tables. |
Using letter string above delete every second letter, Replace the remaining vowels with the letter O and the letter S to the end of the string, Which of the following words can be made using he remaning letters ? | Answer: BOOTS |
(Henry Tudor) Which of the following words most closely matches the meaning of the word "infamous " as used in the passage | Answer: Notorious |
(Henry Tudor) In which of the following sources in this passage "Henry VIII" most likely to appear? | Answer: Autobiography |
(Henry Tudor) Which of the following is the purpose of the passage? | Answer: to inform |
Which of the following resources works help a reader gather information economic? | Answer: News article and textbook |
Which of the following features of an alamanc would be most useful to a person trying to decide whether to throw a Fourth of July party over summer? | Answer: predict the weather using the alamanc or sunrise times |
Which of the following is the best source to consult for information about the famous Jazz Saxophonist Charlie "Yard bird" Parker's childhood in Kansas City in the 1940s? | Answer: the "Arts" section of 1940 issue Kansas City newspaper |
(Winter Will Be Here Soon) Which of the following sequences reflect the correct sequence found in the memo? | Answer: This winter will be extraordinary severe. Employee's who need equipment to work from home may request it. Employee's will be notified if the building closes. |
(Winter Will Be Here Soon) Which of the following can be inferred based on this memo? | Answer: Employee who need a laptop to work from home during winter weather will be provided one |
(Three Candidates) Which of the following sentences from the passage is a fact? | Answer: Being on time for a job interview & dressing appropriately is important to securing a job |
(Three Candidates) Which of the following is the writer's purpose for writing this passage? | Answer: Analyze |