TEAS Reading Practice Test #2 2

Question 1

Which of the following is the best definition of "inference" in reading comprehension?

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Drawing a logical conclusion based on evidence in the text

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Identifying words the reader does not know

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Summarizing the main events of a story

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Identifying the author's use of figurative language

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?

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Subheading

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Caption

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Glossary entry

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Index entry

Question 3

When comparing two passages on the same topic, which question helps identify the author's purpose?

Accepted Answer

Why did each author write the passage, and for what audience?

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What vocabulary does each author use?

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How long is each passage?

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Which passage has more paragraphs?

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a "primary source"?

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A diary entry written during a historical event

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A textbook that summarizes historical events

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An encyclopedia article about a scientific discovery

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A journal article reviewing others' research

Question 5

A nurse reads a discharge instruction that says, "Monitor incision site for erythema." Erythema most likely means:

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Redness

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Swelling

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Discharge

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Pain

Question 6

What is the best strategy for identifying the main idea of a passage?

Accepted Answer

Identify the topic, then determine what the author is saying about it

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Read only the first sentence of each paragraph

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Count the number of times a word appears

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Focus on descriptive details and adjectives