NurseHub TEAS 7 Practice Test PDF
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This document is a practice test for the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Version 7, a standardized entrance exam for nursing school applicants. It includes a practice test for each subject area (Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English Language and Usage), and detailed answer explanations. This is a guide to help prepare for the TEAS.
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NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Free TEAS 7 ® Practice Test 170 Practice Questions Detailed Answer Explanations Every TEAS ® 7 Subject Covered Personal Score Report Bonus: Expert TEAS ® Tips and FA...
NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Free TEAS 7 ® Practice Test 170 Practice Questions Detailed Answer Explanations Every TEAS ® 7 Subject Covered Personal Score Report Bonus: Expert TEAS ® Tips and FAQs 2023 1 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Introduction Dear Future Nurse, Welcome to your copy of NurseHub’s Free ATI TEAS ® 7 Practice Test. Inside, you’ll find a test for each TEAS ® subject area (Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English Language and Usage) followed by detailed answer explanations and a score report that links directly to lessons in our full TEAS ® 7 courses for efficient, targeted studying. We want you to succeed, so please download, print, and use this test as many times as you’d like. Also, feel free to share it with your friends, family, and any nursing advisor who’s been guiding you through the process. You’ve got this! Happy studying, Your Team at NurseHub PS: We know how important passing this exam is for your journey into nursing school, and we’re always here to help. If you have any questions or feedback, our dedicated Learner Success team is here for you 24/7. Click here or click on the chat bubble on NurseHub.com. © 2023 - NurseHub, Inc. TEAS® and Test of Essential Academic Skills™ are registered trademarks of Assessment Technologies Institute ®, all of which are unaffiliated with, not endorsed by, not sponsored by, and not associated with NurseHub, Inc. and its affiliates in any way. All references to such names or trademarks not owned by NurseHub, Inc. are solely for identification purposes and not an indication of affiliation or endorsement. 2 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Contents FAQs 4 NurseHub 10 Free Resources 12 TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 13 Questions 14 Answers 25 Score Sheet 26 Answer Explanations 28 TEAS® 7 Math Practice Test 49 Questions 50 Answers 54 Score Sheet 55 Answer Explanations 57 TEAS® 7 Science Practice Test 73 Questions 74 Answers 80 Score Sheet 81 Answer Explanations 84 TEAS® 7 English & Language Usage Practice Test 100 Questions 101 Answers 107 Score Sheet 108 Answer Explanations 110 3 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® TEAS FAQs What is the TEAS® 7? The TEAS® 7, or Test of Essential Academic Skills™ Version 7, is a standardized entrance exam used by nursing schools and allied health programs. The test is meant to indicate to the school whether you’re prepared and have the skills needed to succeed in their programs before you start. Why is the TEAS® exam important? The TEAS® exam is a critical component of the nursing school application process, as it evaluates a candidate’s preparedness for entering a nursing program. Many nursing schools require applicants to achieve a minimum TEAS® score as part of their admission criteria. What subjects are tested? The TEAS® is composed of 4 main subject areas, each further divided into specific sub-content areas: 1. Reading Key ideas and details Craft and structure Integration of knowledge & ideas 2. Math Numbers and algebra Measurement and data 3. Science Human anatomy & physiology Biology Chemistry Scientific reasoning 4. English and Language Usage Conventions of standard English Knowledge of language Using language and vocabulary to express ideas in writing How many questions are on the test? There are 150 scored questions and 20 unscored questions on the TEAS® exam for a total of 170 total questions. Note that you won’t know which questions are scored during your actual exam. These unscored questions are mixed in with the others, so you should approach every question as if it counts towards your final score. Here’s the breakdown by subject: Reading: 45 total questions (39 scored + 6 unscored) Key ideas and details (15) Craft and structure (9) Integration of knowledge & ideas (15) Math: 38 questions (34 scored + 4 unscored) Numbers and algebra (18) Measurement and data (16) 4 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Science: 50 questions (44 scored + 6 unscored) Human anatomy & physiology (18) Biology (9) Chemistry (8) Scientific reasoning (9) English and Language Usage: 37 questions (33 scored + 4 unscored) Conventions of standard English (12) Knowledge of language (11) Using language and vocabulary to express ideas in writing (10) How much time do I have to finish? There is a time limit for each section of the exam: Reading: 55 minutes (45 questions) Math: 57 minutes (38 questions) Science: 60 minutes (50 questions) ELU: 37 minutes (37 questions) The total time for the exam is 209 minutes, which is just under 3.5 hours. With 170 questions in 209 minutes, you have about 1 minute and 13 seconds per question. Time is limited, so preparation is key. That’s why NurseHub’s TEAS prep includes 10 full test simulations for each subject (40 total) and thousands of practice questions to boost your accuracy and speed. Are all the questions multiple-choice? The test consists mostly of multiple-choice questions. But there are 4 new question types that have been added to the TEAS® 7. Multiple Select: There will be 4 or more answer choices, and there may be more than one correct option. The question will instruct you to “select all that apply.” Be careful because any incorrect choices selected or any correct options left unselected will lead to the question being marked as incorrect. Fill in the Blank: You will not be provided any answer options. These questions test your knowledge and ability to recall information without being guided by the provided options. Hot Spot: You will be given an image with 2 - 5 clickable hotspots. Click on the area that the question is asking about to answer these correctly. Ordered Response: These questions ask you to accurately arrange a set of provided responses. Each question will present you with 4 - 6 responses, which you must carefully drag and place from a box on the left to a corresponding box on the right. How do I register to take the exam? You can sign up for the TEAS® on ATI’s website. When should I schedule my exam? When scheduling your TEAS® exam, it’s advisable to plan for at least 6 weeks of studying, as recommended by ATI. This time frame allows you to thoroughly prepare for the various sections of the exam. Additionally, consider that score reports take 72 hours to post after taking the test. This could be crucial if you have application deadlines to meet. So, when determining the best time to schedule your exam, factor in at least 6 weeks for preparation and an additional 3 days for the score report. Align this with the deadlines and requirements of the nursing programs you are applying to in order to maximize your chances of success. 5 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Can I take the TEAS® at home? Yes, you can take the TEAS® at home online, or in-person at your school or nearest PSI Testing Center. If you take it at home, you’ll need a computer with a webcam and microphone and a stable internet connection. A remote proctor will monitor you through your computer’s webcam to ensure the integrity of the exam. Before you begin, you may also need to show your workspace to the proctor, so make sure to have everything set up according to the guidelines provided by the testing agency. Can I reschedule my test? Rescheduling your exam depends on the location of your test. Here’s an overview: Online: Rescheduling or refunding is not possible without documented proof of an emergency. Once purchased, the date is final. In case of emergencies like death in the family or medical issues, exceptions can be made by contacting [email protected] with detailed information and documentation. At your school: Similar to at-home exams, rescheduling or refunding requires a documented emergency. Contact [email protected] with the required details. At a PSI Testing Center: You can reschedule your exam up to 48 hours before the start date/time via the ATI website or by calling PSI Candidate Services at 833-537-1330. How much does it cost to sit for the exam? The cost to take the TEAS® can vary depending on the location and institution, with prices typically ranging from $60 to $140. It’s advisable to check with the specific testing center or the school to which you are applying, as they may have additional fees or offer discounts for their students. Is the TEAS® proctored? Yes, the TEAS® is always proctored, whether you take it online, at your school, or at a PSI Testing Center. Online: If you choose to take the test at home, a remote proctor will monitor you through your computer’s webcam to ensure the integrity of the exam. At school: You’ll be in a room with a live proctor present to oversee the exam. At a PSI Testing Center: You’ll be in a room with a live proctor present to oversee the exam. Proctoring is used to maintain the security and fairness of the test, so all examinees are monitored during the examination process. Can I take bathroom breaks? You are allowed a 10-minute bathroom break after completing the Mathematics section. During this break, you cannot access personal items like cell phones or notes, and taking excessive time may lead to a review of your exam. After the break, you can proceed to the Science section. The exam sections follow this order: Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage. Is scratch paper allowed? Yes, but only 1 piece. If you test on location, you will be given 1 piece of scratch paper. If you test at home, you are allowed to use scratch paper, but you must show it to the online proctor, including the amount of scratch paper you have. 6 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Can I use a calculator? Yes, most schools permit the use of a calculator during the test, but you cannot bring your own. Instead, you will be provided with a basic four-function (add, subtract, multiply, divide) calculator on your screen, similar to the calculator app on your phone or computer. What should I bring on test day? You’ll want to bring some essential items with you, including: 1. Valid Photo ID: This could be a driver’s license, passport, or other government-issued identification with your photograph and signature. It’s used to verify your identity. 2. Admission Ticket or Confirmation: If applicable, bring the admission ticket or confirmation email you received when you registered for the test. 3. Water and Snacks: Depending on the test center’s policy, you may be able to bring water and snacks for breaks. Note: Personal items such as bags, mobile phones, calculators (unless provided by the test center), and other electronic devices are typically not allowed in the testing room. There may be designated areas to store these items during the test, but it’s best to check with the testing center ahead of time. When will I get my results? Scores should be posted within 48 business hours. If you are testing at a PSI testing center, your results can take up to 72 business hours to appear in your account. Can I submit my scores to multiple programs? Yes, you can send your scores to more than one school by purchasing additional transcripts or Transcript Credits through ATI. You will see an option to send transcripts below your TEAS exam results. How is the TEAS® scored? Your TEAS® score report will include three types of scores, each calculated differently: 1. Total Score: This score is calculated using a method called equating. Some questions are weighted more heavily, and the total score reflects a combination of easier and harder questions. It’s the overall measure of how you performed on the entire exam. 2. Content Area Scores: These scores are calculated in the same way as the total score but are specific to each of the four main content areas (Reading, Math, Science, and English). They show how well you did in each subject. 3. Sub-Content Area Scores: These scores represent the percentage of questions you answered correctly in specific sub-areas within the content areas. For example, if you answer 4 out of 8 chemistry questions correctly, your Chemistry Sub-Content Area score would be 50%. In summary, all these scores range from 0% to 100%, but they’re calculated differently. The Total and Content Area Scores, in particular, are adjusted to give more weight to more challenging questions. What is considered a passing score? A passing score for the TEAS® test varies by school, and you should contact your school directly to find out the specific score that is considered passing. Most schools typically require at least a 70%. However, it’s important to note that merely achieving a passing grade may not be enough, as some schools admit students based on the highest scores. Therefore, you should aim for the highest score possible, not just the minimum passing grade. 7 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® How many people fail the TEAS®? According to the makers of the exam, 40% of people fail the TEAS® on their first attempt. What happens if I fail? If you fail the TEAS®, it’s important not to be too discouraged. Here’s what you should do before retaking your exam: Research Retake Opportunities: Many schools and testing centers allow you to retake the TEAS after a waiting period. Be sure to check with your specific institution for their retake policy, as it may vary. Evaluate Your Performance: Review your score report to identify areas where you may need improvement. Focus on those areas in your study preparation for the next attempt. Consider Your Options: Talk to the admissions office of the school you’re applying to. Depending on the school, a lower score may not necessarily disqualify you from admission. Join NurseHub: If you’ve failed the TEAS® before, seeking additional resources like this PDF is a great next step. But the best thing you can do is become a NurseHub member and complete our comprehensive TEAS Review Courses - they come with a pass guarantee. ◊ Need inspiration? Check out these future nurses who failed the TEAS the first time and then passed using NurseHub. Note: If you sign up for NurseHub and complete our TEAS® courses, you get a pass guarantee. Our comprehensive courses are designed to help you succeed and feel confident on test day. We’re here to support you every step of the way! Learn more about our pass guarantee at nursehub.com/teas. How many times can I take it? The number of times you can take the ATI TEAS® exam depends on individual nursing or allied health school policies. While ATI doesn’t set a limit on attempts, many schools do. Some institutions allow multiple retakes, possibly with a waiting period in between, such as 30 days or even 1 year. You should consult directly with the schools you’re interested in for their specific guidelines. Will I see the same questions if I retake the exam? ATI uses multiple versions of the TEAS® test, so you will not encounter the same test twice. However, each variation follows the same structure and breakdown. What’s the biggest mistake students make on the TEAS? 40% of students take the TEAS® test more than once, often due to not properly reviewing the concepts before taking the exam. By downloading this PDF, you’re already avoiding the biggest mistake people make, which is to not adequately prepare for the exam. How long should I study? It varies from person to person. While ATI recommends allocating 6 weeks for preparation, the actual time needed largely depends on your familiarity with the material. Some have succeeded with just a week of studying, while most need 3 months to properly prepare. Either way, you are starting on the right path with this free practice test, as it will help you identify areas needing more focus, which will guide your study plan. 8 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® What is the best way to study for the TEAS®? Step 1. Take this free practice test. Congratulations! You are already doing the first step by going through this free practice test! Step 2: Pinpoint your focus areas. Fill out the detailed score report at the end of this practice test to help you identify your strengths and focus areas. Step 3. Review with NurseHub. Use the links in the score report to navigate directly to the corresponding video lessons for areas you need to focus on the most. If you’re not a premium member of NurseHub yet, you can sign up here. Step 4. Count on 24/7 Support. Need help? NurseHub’s 24/7 TEAS® exam support ensures that you’re never alone. Real people are available anytime, anywhere, to assist you. Step 5. Go into your test with confidence with our pass guarantee! You will receive a certificate upon completing each of NurseHub’s four subject-specific TEAS® courses. This collection of certificates is your pass guarantee. If you earn the course completion certificate and don’t pass that exam section, we will refund your money and pay for you to take the test again. 9 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® NurseHub FAQs How close are NurseHub’s practice tests to the TEAS®? We make our practice tests as close as possible to the real TEAS® 7 exam so you are as prepared as possible when you take it. NurseHub teaches you all of the concepts that you will see on the exam so you feel prepared and confident going in. Can’t I just read study guides? Study guides are a fine resource, but they fall short in 6 areas: 1. Paperback study guides cannot simulate the real testing experience. NurseHub’s simulations, unlike written tests in books, mirror the look and feel of the actual computerized exam, offering a true-to-life preparation experience. 2. Traditional study guides can be cumbersome and slow to navigate. NurseHub’s digital platform is easy to navigate between specific subjects and skills, allowing quick access to lessons, practice questions, and detailed answers without flipping through pages. 3. Paperback guides are often bulky and lack the flexibility to include comprehensive content. NurseHub’s online resources are not only more convenient, but have been designed to cover the full range of topics and skills that are tested on the TEAS®. 4. Study guides are usually updated only once a year, risking outdated content if the test changes mid-year. NurseHub consistently updates our material to ensure relevance, so you always have access to the most current information. 5. Study guides don’t support everyone’s unique learning styles. NurseHub’s TEAS® courses include easy- to-follow video lessons, interactive elements, downloadable resources, and thousands of practice questions with in-depth answer explanations that allow you to use what works best for you. 6. You’re on your own with study guides. Have you ever tried contacting a book publisher? It’s impossible. NurseHub’s Learner Success team is available 24/7 to answer all of your questions and is dedicated to helping you pass the TEAS® on your first try. What about the free stuff I found online? The problem with free stuff you find online is that there are no guarantees that it is accurate, up-to-date, or good enough to help you pass on your first try. We talk to folks every day who failed on their first try because they relied solely on the free stuff they found online, but they were ultimately underprepared. Don’t risk being surprised and disappointed on test day. By signing up with NurseHub, you can rest easy knowing you have exactly what you need in order to pass on your first try. What happens after I sign up for NurseHub? Immediately after completing our secure checkout, you will be automatically signed in to your account. You will receive an email with a receipt and your payment details. Our entire course catalog will be available to you right away, and you can leave and come back to study at any time simply by signing back in with the e-mail address and password you create during checkout. Can I use NurseHub on my mobile device? Absolutely! You can switch to any other computer or mobile device at any time and continue practicing from where you left off. You’ll need to sign in with the same e-mail address and password that you used to sign up. All your progress will be available on any device because that data is stored on our server for you. 10 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Are NurseHub’s questions the same as the real exam? No. We take great care in developing realistic and challenging questions, answers, and detailed explanations to teach you all the content you need to know to pass your exam; however, we cannot know, nor could we legally or ethically provide the exact questions and answers you will see on your exam. NurseHub is a site developed by teachers, nurses, and nursing educators for you to learn – not to memorize. How do NurseHub’s instructors develop their courses? NurseHub’s professional educators analyze and break down every concept and topic your exam will test. They then craft easy-to-follow lessons for each tested skill to fully prepare you for your exam. They also carefully build out thousands of practice questions that look like the ones from the real exam with thorough, detailed, step-by-step answer explanations so that you can effectively and efficiently learn the content and excel on exam day. How does the pass guarantee work? NurseHub has 4 TEAS® courses, one for each of the tested subjects on the exam (Reading, Math, Science, and English & Language Usage). Each course comes with a pass guarantee. If you successfully complete a course, we promise you a passing grade on that section ATI TEAS® 7. Therefore, if you complete all 4 courses, you will have a pass guarantee for the entire exam. To claim, just send us an email or chat message with your full name and the email address used at purchase, along with a photo of your score report and the minimum score required at your school. Then, we will check your account to make sure you’ve successfully completed the required course(s). Once that is confirmed, will refund up to 3 more months of your membership, plus pay for you to retake your exam. Please note that we cannot guarantee acceptance into your preferred program. We can only guarantee that you receive a score that is equal to or higher than the school’s published target score. When will I get charged? You will be charged once you sign up and then on the same day every month until you decide to cancel your subscription. Will my subscription automatically renew? Yes, your subscription will automatically renew each month until you decide to cancel. Can I cancel my subscription at any time? Yes, you can cancel at any time by going to your account settings or reaching out to our learner success team. How can I get in touch with someone at NurseHub? You can send us an email at [email protected] or start a chat with one of our learner success representatives at any time. How can I sign up for NurseHub? Sign up to become a NurseHub member at any time here: https://nursehub.com/teas 11 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® More Free Resources Follow us on TikTok www.tiktok.com/@nursehub_tiktok Instagram @nursehub_gram Take the online interactive version of our free TEAS 7 practice tests! Subscribe to our YouTube channel and watch our practice test walkthrough and what to study on the TEAS ® videos! If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us using our on-site chat. Our Learner Success team is there 24/7 ready to help you. 12 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® TEAS 7 ® Reading Practice Test 13 Questions: NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Brilliant Octopuses When thinking of intelligent animals, dolphins and elephants may be the first to come to mind. However, researchers have observed octopuses to be startlingly brilliant creatures. Octopuses have displayed curious behavior, such as pulling out loose tank valves, opening jars, and escaping their tanks when no one was watching. In 2010, a German octopus named Paul was even said to have correctly predicted the outcome of all seven of Germany’s games during the South African World Cup. Octopuses, of which the earth is home to about 300 distinct species, are cephalopods, and have exceptionally large brains for non-mammals. According to Jennifer Mather, a comparative psychologist at the University of Lethbridge in Alberta, Canada, the quality that makes octopuses smart is their ability to apply learned information. For example, when given a mussel and a clam to eat, the octopus chose the mussel as they are easier to open. However, when offered clams on the half-shell, the octopus pivoted away from mussels– deciding to go with the new simplified option. These creatures proved capable of complex problem-solving. When opening the shells, octopuses employed a variety of techniques, such as chipping away at the shell and injecting the clam with poison to weaken the mollusk, and even using their salivary papilla to drill a hole and inject the toxin. The octopuses chose which strategy to use based on which species they were presented with, and altered their approach to what would work best. As humans, this makes sense to us, but most animals would simply repeat the same technique, despite receiving the same results. Further evidence of the intelligence of octopuses can be found in their desire to play, a behavioral trait of exceptional animals. Mather and her colleague Roland Anderson placed an octopus and an empty pill bottle in an otherwise empty tank. Although nothing happened at first, eventually the octopus blew water at the bottle, causing it to go over a jet and then return to the octopus. The animal repeated this behavior, similar to what a human might exhibit when bouncing a ball – exploring the options for engaging with a new stimulus. These clever creatures have even been documented shooting water at aquarium workers, and deliberately tampering with various aspects of their tanks, inciting leaks and malfunctions. Octopuses remain a common animal for humans to keep and study in captivity. Their remarkable intelligence and display of complex behavior traits invites study and further consideration, at the very least. 1. Which of the following is a condensed summary 3. Which of the statements from the passage best of the key ideas in paragraph 2? presents the topic of the passage? a. Octopuses are brilliant creatures, due largely in a. In 2010, a German octopus named Paul was part to their ability to identify a mussel as easier even said to have correctly predicted the to eat than a clam. outcome of all seven of Germany’s games b. Octopuses use their salivary papilla to drill holes during the South African World Cup. and inject toxins when consuming mollusks. b. Octopuses remain a common animal for humans c. One of the best examples of the intelligence to keep and study in captivity. Their remarkable of octopuses is their ability to apply learned intelligence and display of complex behavior information and adjust to the most appropriate traits invites study and further consideration, at strategy when solving a problem. the very least. d. Simple animals employ the same techniques c. One of the best examples of the intelligence repeatedly, but octopuses are creative of octopuses is their ability to apply learned innovators. information and adjust to the most appropriate strategy when solving a problem. d. However, researchers have observed octopuses 2. Which of the following is a reasonable to be startlingly brilliant creatures. conclusion that can be drawn from the passage as a whole? 4. Which detail is irrelevant to the main idea? a. If placed in a new environment, an octopus would likely explore their surroundings and a. The octopuses chose which strategy to use based interact with any novel stimuli. on which species they were presented with, and b. Octopuses are the most intelligent creatures altered their approach to what would work best. on Earth. b. Octopuses, of which the earth is home to about c. Octopuses are likely capable of and would 300 distinct species, are cephalopods. enjoy playing catch with an aquarium worker. c. The animal repeated this behavior, similar to what a d. Octopuses only eat clams and mussels. human might exhibit when bouncing a ball – exploring the options for engaging with a new stimulus. d. Octopuses have displayed curious behavior, such as pulling out loose tank valves, opening jars, and even escaping their tanks when no one was watching. TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 14 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® To: Residents of 207 North 7th Street From: LeasingNYC Date: March 15, 2022 Subject: Water Heater Inspection Our yearly inspection of individual apartment water heaters will begin on Monday, March 21st. This yearly inspection required by NYC housing law will be conducted in each unit. Starting today, you will be able to log into your resident portal and schedule a time for a maintenance team member to inspect your water heater. This inspection should take no longer than 10 minutes. If you have been experiencing issues with your hot water, this is an excellent time to speak to maintenance and solve the problem. Although we recommend that you are present for the inspection, you may also select a time when you will not be home. If this is the case, please be sure to select the box “I AUTHORIZE A MAINTENANCE TEAM MEMBER TO ENTER MY APARTMENT WITHOUT MY PRESENCE” when choosing a time and date. If your water heater closet has any items currently stored in it, these items will need to be removed before the inspection. Please note that, for safety reasons, LeasingNYC does not recommend that any personal items are stored within close proximity to the water heater. The yearly inspection window will end on Friday, March 25th. If you have not selected a time on or before that day, a maintenance team member will come by your apartment for an inspection. If you are not at home or refuse entry, NYC housing will be notified. A representative from NYC housing will be able to enter your residence without your permission to complete the inspection, as required by law. As always, if you have any questions, please use the portal to connect with your LeasingNYC representative. 5. How long is the window for residents of 7. Which of the following is a logical conclusion 207 North 7th Street to have water heater that can be drawn from paragraph two? inspections conducted before the NYC housing authority is contacted? a. Some residents have been storing personal items in their water heater closet. a. The window is one day. b. Most residents do not want to authorize a b. The window is one month. maintenance team member to enter their apartments. c. The window is one week. c. Most residents will need to authorize a d. The window is unlimited. maintenance team member to enter their apartment while unoccupied. 6. What is the main idea of the passage? d. No residents store personal items in their water heater closet. a. Residents of 207 North 7th Street have been having issues with their water heaters. b. Maintenance team members of 207 North 7th 8. Which of the following is a supporting detail for Street and NYC housing representatives work the necessity of the water heater inspection? together to ensure that all water heaters are inspected. a. If you have been experiencing issues with your c. Building management at 207 North 7th Street hot water, this is an excellent time to speak to needs cooperation from residents to ensure that maintenance and solve the problem. each unit’s water heater is inspected. b. If your water heater closet has any items Residents at 207 North 7th Street must use their currently stored in it, these items will need to be d. removed before the inspection. portal to conduct all communication. c. The yearly inspection window will end on Friday, March 25th. d. This yearly inspection required by NYC housing law will be conducted in each unit. TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 15 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Why Daylight Saving Time? During World War I, several European countries initiated daylight saving time as a wartime practice to conserve the fuel used by electricity for indoor lighting. It was adopted by the United States shortly afterward, but abandoned due to unpopularity following the end of the war. Reinstated by FDR during World War II, it was rendered optional afterward. Use continued to be optional and therefore created highly irregular and confusing schedules for transportation, radio, and TV throughout the 1960s. President Johnson ended the confusion in 1966 by signing The Uniform Time Act. However, any state wishing to do so was able to opt out of Daylight Saving Time observance by passing a state law. Today, only Arizona and Hawaii do not observe. Daylight Saving Time is celebrated in the fall by those wishing to gain an hour of sleep, and those in the spring invigorated by the longer days. Unfortunately, children often struggle to adjust to these changes to their schedule, especially where sleep and waking times are concerned. This is particularly irritating for parents. Regardless of your preference for Daylight Saving Time, it seems poised to persist in the United States, temporarily disrupting our schedules twice a year. 9. Which of the following is a fact from the text? 10. Which of the following statements from the Select all that apply. passage expresses an opinion? a. This is particularly irritating for parents. a. Unfortunately, children often struggle to adjust to these changes to their schedule, especially b. Regardless of your preference for Daylight where sleep and waking times are concerned. Saving Time, it seems poised to persist in the United States and temporarily disrupt our b. It was adopted by the United States shortly schedules twice a year. afterward, but abandoned due to unpopularity following the end of the war. c. During World War I, several European countries initiated daylight saving time as a wartime c. President Johnson ended the confusion in 1966 practice to conserve the fuel used by electricity by signing The Uniform Time Act. for indoor lighting. d. Today, only Arizona and Hawaii do not observe. d. Daylight Saving Time is only observed in the United States. e. Reinstated by FDR during World War II, it was rendered optional afterward. 11. Planning a dinner party can be stressful and 12. 4556928816 time-consuming, but is ultimately worth it when you find yourself surrounded by great friends and Using the number string above, replace every 5 with delicious food! The first step is to create a guest list the letter G, every 6 with the letter R, every 9 with (being cognizant of food allergies, restrictions, and the letter D, every 2 with the letter W, every 1 with the preferences) and then select a date and invite your letter L. For consonants that appear more than once guests. After that, you’re able to plan a menu, solicit in a row, keep only the first instance of those letters. any help needed, and choose decor if you desire! Change the multiples of 4 to A. Which event comes last in the sequence? a. AGGRDWAAL a. Choosing the decor b. AGRDWAALR b. Creating a guest list c. AGRDWAL c. Enjoying the dinner party d. AGGRDWAALR d. Making a list of food allergies TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 16 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® 13. 14. A study was conducted among college freshmen concerning favorite fruits and test scores. Students were asked their favorite fruit and given their selection as a snack directly before an exam. Evidence has shown Which of the following statements is accurate that individuals who consume higher amounts of berries based on the map? and citrus fruits are more likely to score higher on an exam than those that consume strachy fruits such as bananas and apples. This could be due to the research a. Lake Seneca is the northernmost feature surrounding berries as high-powered ‘brain food’, and the on the map. instances of starchy fruits inducing sleepiness. b. There is only one designated camping spot near Lake Seneca. The pie chart shows the percentage of fruits c. Parking is located near the restrooms. preferred by college freshmen at Trinity d. The restrooms and parking are located east of Community College. Which of the following Lake Seneca. statements is true based on the pie chart and explanation? 15. a. Around 30% of the students are expected to score higher on the exam than the other 70%. b. Around 70% of the students are expected to score higher on the exam than the other 30%. c. More students chose citrus and berries as their favorite fruit, likely in an effort to score higher on their exams. d. Apples are the most highly preferred fruit and therefore those students who selected apples will score the highest. Which of the following can be concluded by referencing the illustration? a. The kidneys are the uppermost organs in the body. b. The right and left lung mirror each other in placement. c. The liver is below the left lung. d. The heart is directly above the spleen. TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 17 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Strategies for Sleeplessness Sleep. Elusive for many of us, the majority likely agree that we aren’t getting enough. The stress and unpredictability of the past two years while living through a pandemic have exacerbated sleep issues for many. According to some studies, as many as 30- 50% of adults suffer from some type of insomnia. Fortunately, scientists and sleep specialists have identified simple practice steps for better, more fulfilling sleep. Many of the suggested steps are a return to the very basics of sleep hygiene. First, consider the environment you create for rest. A bedroom should resemble a cave – dark, silent, and cool. Wearing an eye mask or using blackout shades shuts out unwanted light. If you live in a noisy urban environment, try a white noise machine. The ideal sleeping temperature might be chillier than you think – experts suggest between 60-67 degrees Fahrenheit. Additionally, creating a bedtime routine is just as crucial for adults as it is for children. Following a prescribed set of steps each evening shows the body it is time for sleep. For most, this should include turning off technology (social media, television, your laptop) at least an hour before bedtime, and instead reading a book or listening to a calming podcast or music. Going to bed too full or too hungry can also interfere with a good night’s rest – have a snack if you need to, but make sure you aren’t eating dinner just before bedtime. Exercise is crucial to our overall wellness, and that translates into our sleeping lives at night. While many of us have formed a complex relationship with exercise over the pandemic, experts continue to say it is vital for restorative sleep; but not too close to bedtime. Finish your workout several hours before bed to allow your body temperature to begin to decline and regulate. Finally, many of us lay awake at night with our worries. Sleep scientists suggest maintaining a notebook next to your bed to quickly scribble down those worries as they pop into our heads (Did I sign the permission slip? Respond to that email?). Removing them from our thoughts frees up our consciousness for rest. Set aside a time each day to read over these notes. Although the pandemic and stressors of everyday life have made sleep a fleeting experience for many, better rest IS achievable with a few simple tweaks to your habits. 16. What is the structure of the passage? 18. Which of the following is an antonym for the word “exacerbated” as used in the first a. Descriptive paragraph? Select all that apply. b. Sequence a. Alleviated c. Cause-effect b. Aggravated d. Problem-solution c. Created d. Diminished 17. What of the following characterizes the author’s e. Enjoyed perspective about the topic of the passage? a. Ambivalent b. Empathetic c. Concerned d. Sentimental Colon Cancer On The Rise In Young Adults 19. What is the purpose of the footnote in this An alarming uptick in colorectal cancer has affected mostly excerpt? younger adults. Over the past thirty to fifty years, the rates in people younger than 50 have been steadily on the rise, a. To reveal the source of the author’s information resulting in those born in the year 1990 having double the b. To place a spotlight on the American Cancer risk of colon cancer and quadruple the risk of rectal cancer Society compared to those born in the year 1950 1. The reason for this trend is mostly unknown, although some researchers c. To show the recency of the data point to obesity, sedentary lifestyles, and poor eating habits d. To help the reader better understand the as likely culprits. passage 1 According to 2021 data pulled from the ACS (American Cancer Society). TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 18 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Yellow Cake Bar Blondies The Dewey Decimal Classes: 000 Computer science, information, and general works These delectable bars are easy to make, use commonly found ingredients, and are perfect for any occasion! You 100 Philosophy and psychology can even add frosting on top for an extra special treat. 200 Religion 300 Social sciences Ingredients: 400 Languages 1 box of yellow cake mix 500 Science and mathematics 5 tablespoons of butter, melted 600 Technical and applied science 2 eggs Chocolate chips 700 Arts and recreation 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 800 Literature 900 History, geography, and biography 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9”x13” pan. 2. Beat 2 eggs until fluffy. 23. While researching ancient India, Jasmine 3. Stir in yellow cake mix and vanilla. became interested in the origins of Buddhism. 4. Melt butter and wait until somewhat cool before To which section of the library should she go to adding. (If too hot, the butter will cook eggs) read more about Buddhism? 5. Stir in chocolate chips and pour the mixture into a pan. a. 200 6. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes or until a fork placed in b. 400 the center comes out clean. c. 800 20. Which of the following is the source of this d. 900 passage? 24. A music student is studying examples of early a. YA novel 21st-century pop musicians. Which of the following is a primary source that the student b. An oven manual could use for this topic? c. A food and beverage magazine A biography about early 21st-century d. Entertainment magazine a. pop musicians An art museum exhibition of costumes worn by b. 21. These delectable bars are easy to make, use early 21st-century pop musicians commonly found ingredients, and are perfect for An album of music by an early 21st-century pop any occasion! c. musician An album of music by an early 21st-century pop Which of the following is the closest meaning to d. musician released before the year 2000 “delectable” in the sentence above? a. Complicated b. Delicious c. Ideal d. Understated 22. What is the purpose of the last sentence of the introductory paragraph? a. To tell the reader how to finish the dessert b. To tell the reader what ingredients they will need c. To tell the reader what to do with the butter d. To tell the reader who would enjoy this recipe TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 19 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Pets for Seniors Social With a nationally aging population, nursing homes and Pose and make it perfect Twitter, fast-paced, assisted living facilities are a necessity throughout the informative. United States. While these places have a multitude of Let them see you negative and positive connotations, one thing is clear. A source of pure Giving seniors the responsibility of a pet improves their As you want to be seen entertainment. happiness, life expectancy, and overall well-being. Faced with long monotonous days, the excitement and Stay on top of it. All of it. A fountain of rally cries. dependency of a pet gives seniors something to be in charge of and invigorated by. Studies have shown the If you’re not thinking A necessary evil. ownership and responsibility of a cat, dog, hamster, or about this, even a fish, have dramatically improved the outlook of Get the word out, so they seniors. Pets encourage daily exercises, such as walking, You should be. can never look away. and socialization between residents and their respective animals. Residents of nursing homes and assisted living Share, then forget. But does it do more harm facilities have reported that owning a pet fosters joy and than good? love, and reduces stress and boredom. 25. What is the primary argument of the passage? Use with caution or you might be burned. a. A cat or dog is a better pet than a fish. b. The number of seniors in the United States is a 27. Which of the following is the theme of the fast-growing national issue. poem? c. Seniors are unhappy. d. Owning a pet improves the lives of seniors in a. Everybody lies. nursing homes. b. News is most trustworthy in print. c. Be careful whom you trust. Make Cooking Fun! d. Of all social media, Twitter is best. Hey there, work-from-home warriors! Cooking is a tedious and unfortunately, daily task, made even more so 28. Which of the following has a contrasting theme by the onset of a recent global pandemic. However, with to that of the poem? the advent of subscription cooking boxes, this chore can become easier and more enjoyable! Delivered to your door with all of the ingredients and instructions to make a. A story about a man who lovingly lent money to a meal, these services take the guesswork out of grocery his brother. shopping and selecting which meals to make. You can b. A song by someone warning the other of a choose the number of weekly meals you would like to cheating partner. receive, and enter preferences for dietary restrictions c. A movie that tells a cautionary tale about around meat and dairy. Some subscription services even friendship, family, and trust. offer the option of pre-cut ingredients. Take the hassle d. A magazine article about a man who donates to out of grocery shopping and cooking, and sign up for every GoFundMe he sees. meal boxes today! 26. Which of the following statements from the passage indicates a stereotype? a. Take the hassle out of grocery shopping and cooking, and sign up for meal boxes today! b. Cooking is a tedious and unfortunately, daily task, made even more so by the onset of a recent global pandemic. c. However, with the advent of subscription cooking boxes, this chore can become easier and more enjoyable! d. You can choose the number of weekly meals you would like to receive, and enter preferences for dietary restrictions around meat and dairy. TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 20 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Binge Drinking and Experimental Drug Use Learning From Blue Zones in College Students Identified by Dan Buettner in 2004, the five original Blue All college students are exposed to unprecedented levels Zones are communities found throughout the world of binge drinking and illicit drug use. Early on, they are where people are found to live the longest and healthiest tempted to engage in these risky behaviors. Distracting lives. These Blue Zones are Sardinia, Italy; Okinawa, from their studies and contributing to declining mental Japan; Ikaria, Greece; Nicoya, Costa Rica; and Loma health, drug and alcohol use is inherently a major problem Linda, California. Globally, we all want to live longer, across college campuses in the United States. One study healthier lives. These five communities provide us with from the American Addiction Centers found that almost excellent case studies and strategies to achieve this half of all college students nationally displayed symptoms universal goal. Focused on fitness, eating habits, and of at least one substance abuse disorder. A 2019 overall mindset, all Blue Zones share several common Monitoring the Future Survey discovered the highest practices that contribute to a long, well-lived life. instances of the use of marijuana, cocaine, hallucinogens, and MDMA to be among college-aged young adults. Although the five Blue Zones are found in very different Why are college students so likely to engage in binge cultures, the norm in each is a plant-based diet. Members drinking and drug use? The answer may lie in turmoil of these communities eat little meat, with importance experienced while adapting to a major life change and on beans. Other tenets of the diet include whole grains, living in new circumstances. Many college students tubers, greens, and nuts. Experts say any beans will travel a great distance to their colleges, and live without provide benefits but should mix up the type when their families, in particular older, more responsible adults, possible. Further, residents of Blue Zones eat small for the first time. A desire to experiment is a natural amounts of dairy, including eggs. The drinking habits of inclination, as is the pressure to fit in and assimilate with these five groups place an emphasis on water and tea, new peers. College students are also bridled with the consumed throughout the day, and no more than two double pressure of deadlines, challenging classes, and glasses of (red) wine daily. the novel responsibility to handle it all on their own. Many, unwisely, turn to the temporary escape offered by drugs Frequent walking is a central component of life in Blue and alcohol. Zones. Three of the five, Okinawa, Sardinia, and Ikaria, are located in hilly geographic regions with narrow roads. 29. Which of the following is a logical conclusion Walking is a necessary part of daily tasks, and often that could be made about the experience of leads to sociable interaction. These communities are college students? full of people who form close bonds through their daily activities. Humans are sociable creatures, and these a. Most college students are able to resist the lure relationships contribute to an overall sense of well-being of drugs and alcohol. and a positive outlook on life. b. College students that engage in risky behavior will perform lower academically. The five Blue Zones illustrate easy-to-implement ways to improve our lives and increase our chances of longevity, c. College students engage with drugs and alcohol a unanimously held goal. Further study will only provide as it is more readily available. more insight into the lessons to be gleaned from the d. College students that engage in risky behavior places where people live the longest and are happiest. will ultimately suffer from mental health issues. 30. Which of the following statements from the passage indicates a stereotype? 31. Which of the following is an inference that could be made about the smoking habits of people a. A desire to experiment is a natural inclination, as is living in Blue Zones? the pressure to fit in and assimilate with new peers. a. Blue Zone residents are likely avid smokers. b. All college students are exposed to unprecedented levels of binge drinking and illicit drug use and are Blue Zone residents may be smokers, but their b. tempted to engage in these risky behaviors. healthy diets outweigh the negative effects of smoking. c. One study from the American Addiction Centers found that almost half of all college students c. Blue Zone residents are not likely to be smokers. nationally displayed symptoms of at least one d. Blue Zone residents may be smokers, but they substance abuse disorder. prefer vaping over traditional cigarettes. d. Many college students travel a great distance to their college, and live without their families, in particular older, more responsible adults, for the first time. TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 21 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Why Breakfast Matters 32. What is a claim that the author makes in the passage? We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, what you choose to ingest is just a. Okinawa, Sardinia, and Ikaria are the most as important. Beginning your day with a low sugar and important Blue Zones. hearty meal rooted around vegetables will provide you b. Eating a plant-based diet is crucial to health. with energy and jump-start your metabolism. Good for you fats, from foods such as avocados or eggs are always c. We have much to learn from the five Blue Zones. a good idea, as are whole grains in the form of toast or d. While interesting to study, the standards of Blue oatmeal. Protein is vital and can be found in nuts, nut Zones are unattainable. butters, and lean meats. Be careful with smoothies and yogurts, as these breakfast items are often hiding high amounts of sugar. However, it is noteworthy that some nutritionists suggest that if you must consume sweets, Rising Sea Levels the best time to do it is first thing in the morning, giving your body the whole day to burn it off. If you’re looking to Coastal communities, often the most desirable places improve your overall well-being, try starting each day with to live, face numerous risks from climate change. While a protein-packed, vegetable and grain-based breakfast. rising sea levels contribute to flooding, they can also threaten the quality of drinking water. These floods 34. Which of the following is a counterargument in bring salinized water inland, damaging water purification the passage? systems and harming the drinking water of local populations. Vulnerable members of a community, such a. Smoothies and yogurts are excellent breakfast as pregnant people or people with hypertension, are at options. an increased risk from drinking salinized water. Solutions b. Low sugar breakfasts are best for a healthy exist and include specialized systems in desalination lifestyle. plants, sea walls, and dikes, however many of these water utilities are already budget strained and lack the funds c. Some nutritionists suggest consuming sugar and resources necessary to keep up with the increasing first thing in the morning. demand of climate change. Experts suggest the d. Protein is the most important component of implementation of “smart water systems”, or a network breakfast. of advanced sensors that would raise the alarm when an unhealthy level of salinity was reached, and then a contingency plan that includes a backup water source when necessary. Although a potentially costly solution, Quantum Effects in Bird Migration flooding in coastal communities is a nuisance unlikely to improve in the near future. As children, we learn that birds migrate to warmer climates in the winter. But how do birds know how to find 33. Which of the following is an inference that could their way? Like sailors of the past, birds use the celestial be made about the effects of climate change? world above us as a compass. However, scientists have recently discovered birds are able to ‘see’ and use the Earth’s magnetic field as an additional migratory map. a. Salinity in water from coastal flooding is only Formed photochemically in the eyes of a bird, small harmful to those with compromised immune quantum effects in brief molecular pieces, called radical systems. pairs, suggest that birds are essentially able to see b. Coastal flooding issues can be solved with a the magnetic field lines of our Earth and use that as a desalinization system. guide along their journey. Magnetoreception, or using a c. Coastal flooding is not likely to improve in the magnetic field to perceive direction, seems to be equally near future. as important for migrating birds as the stars and other d. Coastal water purification systems are already celestial bodies in the skies. Birds’ possession of these unsafe. special quantum eye traits are so developed that in a laboratory, even if the magnetic field is inverted, birds experience no disruption to their sense of orientation. Next time you observe migrating birds, marvel at their unique capability to navigate between temporal homes, year after year. “Next time you observe migrating birds, marvel at their unique capability to navigate between temporal homes, year after year.” TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 22 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® If you experience any issues with the product in the first 35. Which of the following sentences from the 30 days of use, please call our Customer Service hotline passage is evidence to reinforce the claim to receive a free replacement. presented in the above statement? a. As children, we learn that birds migrate to 38. In which of the following sources would the warmer climates in the winter. sentence above most likely be found? b. Formed photochemically in the eyes of a bird, small quantum effects in brief molecular pieces, a. A textbook called radical pairs, suggest that birds are b. An anthology essentially able to see the magnetic field lines of our Earth and use that as a guide along their c. A warranty journey. d. A handbook c. Birds’ possession of these special quantum eye traits are so developed that in a laboratory, even 39. Which of the following sources is most if the magnetic field is inverted, birds experience appropriate for finding information about how to no disruption to their sense of orientation. format a research paper? d. Magnetoreception, or using a magnetic field to perceive direction, seems to be equally as a. An index important for migrating birds as the stars and b. An almanac other celestial bodies in the skies. c. A user manual Adopt, Don’t Shop d. A style guide Are you thinking of welcoming a dog or cat into your home? Although all types of pets can be a great 40. Brad makes $11.25 an hour working at HEB as addition to any family, it is always best to check your a cashier. He recently received a promotion and local animal shelters instead of buying a pet from a will now be paid $15.50 an hour. If he works 40 breeder or pet store. In the United States alone, over one hours per week, how much more is he getting million adoptable dogs and cats in animal shelters are paid? (Round to the nearest dollar. Do not euthanized each year due to a lack of space and funding. include a dollar sign, comma, or decimal point.) Recognizing the severity of this issue is of utmost importance, and we should all do our part to help animals in need. 36. Which of the following characterizes the mode of the passage? a. To inform b. To persuade c. To describe d. To satirize 37. Which of the following sentences is a logical addition to the end of the passage? a. When you adopt a pet, you not only gain a new furry friend, but you can help save a life, too! b. Most pet stores are known to raise their prices for certain dog breeds, which contributes to an unnecessary competition between pets. c. We should all make a monetary donation to our local pet shelters, as they need more support. d. In order to make sure your pet transitions well from the shelter to your home, you should prepare your house accordingly. TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 23 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® 41. Which of the following images is indicative of 42. Which of the following is an element used in how greenhouse gasses affect the atmosphere? research papers that gives credit to referenced work from other authors? a. a. Materials and methods b. Abstracts c. Citations d. Acknowledgments 43. Many different engineers are responsible for the concept behind escalators, originally known as “Revolving Stairs”, created in the late nineteenth century. The idea was first developed by engineer Jesse Reno, but credit was ultimately given to Charles Seeberger after a long series of redesigns and negotiations. Seeberger later partnered with Otis b. Elevator Co., which coincidentally, remains the global leader in escalator and elevator manufacturing to this day. Improved technology has helped guarantee a safer experience for passengers now, but the simple process has remained substantially the same over the years. Which of the following words signifies sequence? a. Now b. Substantially c. Coincidentally d. Ultimately 44. Write the following in the correct order they c. would be found in a text. a. Title Page b. Abstract c. Afterword d. Table of Contents 45. What is the definition of the word permeable as used in context? d. Wood is permeable to oil because it soaks up the substance. a. absorbent b. impenetrable c. sticky d. adaptive TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 24 Answers: NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® My Total Score _____ / 45 1. C 24. C 2. A 25. D 3. D 26. B 4. B 27. C 5. C 28. D 6. C 29. C 7. A 30. B 8. D 31. C 9. C, E 32. C 10. A 33. C 11. C 34. C 12. B 35. B 13. A 36. B 14. C 37. A 15. B 38. C 16. D 39. D 17. B 40. $170 18. A, D 41. A 19. A 42. C 20. C 43. D 21. B 44. Title Page Table of Contents 22. A Abstract Afterword 23. A 45. A TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 25 Score Sheet: NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Directions: Use the score tracker below to mark off which questions you answered correctly and which ones you got wrong. The corresponding skill title is the name of the lesson in our TEAS 7 Reading Course. Click on each link to learn more about that topic and continue to practice in order to improve your score in that area. Question Correct? Topic 1 Summarize a Multi-Paragraph Text 2 Infer Logical Conclusions From a Text 3 Identify the Topic or Main Idea 4 Identify Supporting Details 5 Identify Information From a Printed Communication 6 Summarize a Multi-Paragraph Text 7 Infer Logical Conclusions From a Text 8 Summarize a Multi-Paragraph Text 9 Distinguish Between Fact and Opinion 10 Distinguish Between Fact and Opinion 11 Interpret Events in a Sequence 12 Demonstrate Comprehension of Written Directions 13 Evaluate and Integrate Data From Multiple Sources 14 Identify Information From a Graphic 15 Identify Information From a Graphic 16 Recognize Text Structure 17 Evaluate the Author’s Point of View or Perspective in a Given Text 18 Interpret the Meaning of Words and Phrases Using Context 19 Locate Specific Information in a Text 20 Analyze Types of Writing 21 Interpret the Meaning of Words and Phrases Using Context 22 Evaluate the Author’s Purpose in a Given Text 23 Use Dictionary and Library Entries 24 Identify Primary Sources 25 Evaluate an Argument 26 Identify Biases and Stereotypes 27 Compare and Contrast the Themes Expressed in One or More Texts 28 Compare and Contrast the Themes Expressed in One or More Texts 29 Use Evidence From the Text to Make Predictions, Inferences, and Draw Conclusions 30 Identifying Biases and Stereotypes 31 Use Evidence From the Text to Make Predictions, Inferences, and Draw Conclusions 32 Evaluate an Argument 33 Use Evidence From the Text to Make Predictions, Inferences, and Draw Conclusions 34 Evaluate an Argument 35 Evaluate an Argument 36 Evaluate the Author’s Purpose in a Given Text 37 Evaluate the Author’s Purpose in a Given Text 38 Analyze Types of Writing 39 Analyze Types of Writing 40 Use Evidence From the Text to Make Predictions, Inferences, and Draw Conclusions 41 Identify Information From a Graphic 42 Analyze Types of Writing 43 Interpret Events in a Sequence 44 Locate Specific Information in a Text 45 Interpret the Meaning of Words and Phrases Using Context Total __/45 TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 26 NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Directions: Use your completed score sheet on the previous page to identify which TEAS 7 Reading topics you should prioritize studying if you have limited time. Each link in the table below takes you directly to the corresponding lesson in our TEAS 7 Reading Course, so you can start studying right away! Section Topic Questions Score Identify the Topic, Main Idea, and Supporting Details 3, 4 ____/2 Summarize a Multi-Paragraph Text 1, 6, 8 ____/3 Infer Logical Conclusions From a Text 2, 7 ____/2 Demonstrate Comprehension of Written Directions 12 ____/1 Key Ideas and Details Locate Specific Information in a Text 19, 44 ____/2 Identify Information From a Printed Communication 5 ____/1 Identify Information From a Graphic 14, 15, 41 ____/3 Interpret Events in a Sequence 11, 43 ____/2 Distinguish Between Fact and Opinion 9, 10 ____/2 Identifying Biases and Stereotypes 26, 30 ____/2 Interpret the Meaning of Words and Phrases Using Context 18, 21, 45 ____/3 Use Dictionary and Library Entries 23 ____/1 Craft and Structure Evaluate the Author’s Purpose in a Given Text 22, 36, 37 ____/3 Recognize Text Structure 16 ____/1 Analyze Types of Writing 20, 38, 39, 42 ____/4 Evaluate the Author’s Point of View or Perspective in a Given Text 17 ____/1 Using Evidence From the Text to Make Predictions, Inferences, 29, 31, 33, 40 ____/4 and Draw Conclusions Compare and Contrast Themes Expressed in One or More Texts 27, 28 ____/2 Integration of Knowledge and Evaluate an Argument 25, 32, 34, 35 ____/4 Ideas Identify Primary Sources 24 ____/1 Evaluate and Integrate Data From Multiple Sources Across 13 ____/1 Various Formats TEAS® 7 Reading Practice Test 27 Answer Explanations NurseHub.com is the best place to study for the TEAS® Brilliant Octopuses b. Octopuses use their salivary papilla to drill holes and inject toxins when consuming mollusks. When thinking of intelligent animals, dolphins and c. One of the best examples of the intelligence elephants may be the first to come to mind. However, of octopuses is their ability to apply researchers have observed octopuses to be startlingly learned information and adjust to the brilliant creatures. Octopuses have displayed curious most appropriate strategy when solving a behavior, such as pulling out loose tank valves, opening problem. jars, and escaping their tanks when no one was watching. d. Simple animals employ the same techniques In 2010, a German octopus named Paul was even said repeatedly, but octopuses are creative to have correctly predicted the outcome of all seven of innovators. Germany’s games during the South African World Cup. Octopuses, of which the earth is home to about 300 One of the best examples of the intelligence distinct species, are cephalopods, and have exceptionally of octopuses is their ability to apply learned large brains for non-mammals. information, and adjust to the most appropriate strategy when solving a problem. According to Jennifer Mather, a comparative psychologist This answer summarizes the main idea of the entirety of at the University of Lethbridge in Alberta, Canada, the paragraph 2. The paragraph provides details about what quality that makes octopuses smart is their ability to apply makes octopuses so intelligent, but overall the main learned information. For example, when given a mussel point is that they are able to apply learned information. and a clam to eat, the octopus chose the mussel as they Another clue is that this is stated in the first sentence of are easier to open. However, when offered clams on the the paragraph. Often, but not always, the main idea of a half-shell, the octopus pivoted away from mussels– paragraph will be in the first sentence. deciding to go with the new simplified option. These creatures proved capable of complex problem solving. Octopuses are brilliant creatures, due largely in part When opening the shells, octopuses employed a variety to their ability to identify a mussel as easier to eat of techniques, such as chipping away at the shell and than a clam. injecting the clam with poison to weaken the mollusk, This is incorrect. This is a supporting detail, not the main and even using their salivary papilla to drill a hole and idea of the paragraph. inject the toxin. The octopuses chose which strategy to use based on which species they were presented with, Octopuses use their salivary papilla to drill holes and altered their approach to what would work best. As and inject toxins when consuming mollusks. humans, this makes sense to us, but most animals would This is incorrect. This is a specific detail that illustrates simply repeat the same technique, despite receiving the how an octopus attacks a problem. It is incorrect same results. because it does not summarize what the paragraph is mainly about. Further evidence of the intelligence of octopuses can be found in their desire to play, a behavioral trait of Simple animals employ the same techniques exceptional animals. Mather and her colleague Roland repeatedly, but octopuses are creative innovators. Anderson placed an octopus and an empty pill bottle in This is incorrect. This is incorrect because it is more an otherwise empty tank. Although nothing happened about comparing octopuses to other animals than abou