TEAS Reading Practice Test #2 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which of the following is the best definition of "inference" in reading comprehension?
- Identifying words the reader does not know
- Drawing a logical conclusion based on evidence in the text (Correct answer)
- Summarizing the main events of a story
- Identifying the author's use of figurative language
Correct answer: Drawing a logical conclusion based on evidence in the text
An inference is a conclusion a reader draws that is not directly stated in the text but is supported by clues and evidence within it. It requires combining text evidence with prior knowledge.
Question 2: A heading in a textbook chapter reads "Consequences of Poor Hand Hygiene." This heading is an example of what type of text feature?
- Caption
- Subheading (Correct answer)
- Glossary entry
- Index entry
Correct answer: Subheading
A subheading is a secondary heading within a larger chapter or section that helps readers identify the topic of each part and navigate the text. It helps organize information within a chapter.
Question 3: When comparing two passages on the same topic, which question helps identify the author's purpose?
- What vocabulary does each author use?
- How long is each passage?
- Why did each author write the passage, and for what audience? (Correct answer)
- Which passage has more paragraphs?
Correct answer: Why did each author write the passage, and for what audience?
Author's purpose is best identified by asking why the author wrote the text and who the intended audience is. This helps distinguish between texts meant to inform, persuade, entertain, or express.
Question 4: Which of the following best describes a "primary source"?
- A textbook that summarizes historical events
- An encyclopedia article about a scientific discovery
- A journal article reviewing others' research
- A diary entry written during a historical event (Correct answer)
Correct answer: A diary entry written during a historical event
A primary source is original, firsthand material created at the time of the event being studied — such as diaries, letters, photographs, or original research data. Secondary sources interpret or analyze primary sources.
Question 5: A nurse reads a discharge instruction that says, "Monitor incision site for erythema." Erythema most likely means:
- Swelling
- Redness (Correct answer)
- Discharge
- Pain
Correct answer: Redness
"Erythema" is a medical term derived from the Greek word for red. It refers to redness of the skin, often indicating inflammation or infection. Context clues in healthcare settings can help decode technical terminology.
Question 6: What is the best strategy for identifying the main idea of a passage?
- Read only the first sentence of each paragraph
- Identify the topic, then determine what the author is saying about it (Correct answer)
- Count the number of times a word appears
- Focus on descriptive details and adjectives
Correct answer: Identify the topic, then determine what the author is saying about it
The main idea combines the topic with what the author asserts about it. First identify the subject (topic), then find the central claim or argument the author makes about it. This is more reliable than reading only first sentences.
TEAS Reading Practice Test #2 2
Which of the following is the best definition of "inference" in reading comprehension?