TEAS Reading Practice Test

Question 1

A passage states: 'The Amazon rainforest produces approximately 20% of the world's oxygen and is home to 10% of all species on Earth.' What is the main idea of this sentence?

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The Amazon rainforest plays a critical role in global biodiversity and oxygen production.

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The Amazon rainforest is the largest forest in the world.

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Ten percent of all species live in South America.

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Oxygen is primarily produced by forests.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes an author's purpose when writing an informational text about climate change risks?

Accepted Answer

To inform readers about the causes and potential consequences of climate change

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To entertain readers with stories about extreme weather

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To persuade readers to move to safer geographic regions

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To argue that governments are solely responsible for environmental damage

Question 3

Read this passage: 'Maria studied for her nursing exam every evening for three weeks. On the day of the test, she arrived early, felt calm, and answered each question methodically.' What inference can be drawn?

Accepted Answer

Maria's preparation likely contributed to her composure during the exam.

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Maria found the exam extremely difficult.

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Maria had taken the exam before.

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The exam was shorter than expected.

Question 4

Which context clue strategy would best help a reader determine the meaning of the word 'ubiquitous' in the sentence: 'Smartphones are ubiquitous; you can find them in every home, office, and restaurant'?

Accepted Answer

Example clue — examples given after the word clarify its meaning

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Synonym clue — a nearby word with the same meaning

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Antonym clue — a contrasting word revealing the opposite meaning

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Definition clue — the word is directly defined in the sentence

Question 5

A nursing student reads the following: 'Despite the medication's efficacy in clinical trials, some physicians remain cautious due to limited long-term safety data.' The word 'efficacy' most likely means:

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Effectiveness

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Affordability

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Availability

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Toxicity

Question 6

A passage has three paragraphs: the first describes symptoms of dehydration, the second explains physiological causes, and the third outlines prevention strategies. Which text structure does this passage use?

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Problem and solution

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Cause and effect

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Compare and contrast

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Chronological order