CASAS Reading Comprehension Critical Thinking 3

Question 1

A bus schedule shows Route 12 arrives at Main Street at 8:05 AM, 8:35 AM, and 9:05 AM. Maria arrives at the stop at 8:10 AM. When is the earliest she can board Route 12?

Accepted Answer

8:35 AM

Answer

She arrived at 8:10 AM, which is after the 8:05 AM bus, so the next available bus is the 8:35 AM one.

Question 2

A workplace safety notice reads: 'Hard hats must be worn at all times in the construction zone.' An employee enters the zone without a hat to retrieve a dropped tool. Which statement is true?

Accepted Answer

The employee is violating the safety rule

Answer

The notice says 'at all times,' which means no exceptions, including brief entries to retrieve items.

Question 3

A passage states: 'Rosa saved $50 each month for a year.' What is the total amount Rosa saved?

Accepted Answer

$600

Answer

Multiplying $50 per month by 12 months in a year equals $600 total savings.

Question 4

A food label lists the following allergens: 'Contains wheat, milk, and soy.' A person with a soy allergy wants to eat this product. What should she do?

Accepted Answer

Avoid this product because it contains soy

Answer

The label clearly states the product contains soy, so a person with a soy allergy should not eat it.

Question 5

A paragraph reads: 'The hiking trail is rated 'Difficult.' Hikers should be in good physical condition and bring plenty of water.' What is the main purpose of this text?

Accepted Answer

To warn and prepare hikers for a challenging trail

Answer

The text provides safety information to help hikers prepare appropriately for a difficult trail.

CASAS (Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System) Practice Test

CASAS (Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System) Practice Test

CASAS Reading Comprehension Critical Thinking 3