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ATI TEAS 7

Practice TEAS Test Reading

1. What is the primary purpose of the passage?

A. Analyze an interesting feature of American cinema.
B. Refute the Western paradigm.
C. Suggest a way to improve war movies.
D. Suggest that viewers think critically about underlying assumptions in the movies we watch.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The primary purpose of the passage is to suggest that viewers think critically about the underlying assumptions in the movies they watch. It discusses how American war movies often conform to a Western paradigm and urges readers to analyze these portrayals and question the messages being conveyed. Choice A is incorrect because the passage does not focus on analyzing an interesting feature of American cinema but rather on prompting critical thinking. Choice B is incorrect as the passage does not aim to refute the Western paradigm but rather to highlight its influence on American war movies. Choice C is incorrect as the passage does not suggest a way to improve war movies but rather encourages viewers to be more mindful and aware of the underlying assumptions in the movies they consume.

2. Which of the following is not an example of something the author of Passage 1 claims travels from place to place through human environment?

A. Fairy tales
B. Language
C. Ideas
D. Foods

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Foods. The author of Passage 1 mentions language, ideas, and goods as examples of things that travel from place to place through the movement of peoples. There is no mention of food in the passage as something that is spread through human interaction. Fairy tales, language, and ideas are specifically highlighted in the text as elements that are transmitted through human interaction. While foods can be exchanged between cultures, the passage does not discuss them in the context of spreading through human interaction, making it the correct answer. Choice A (Fairy tales), B (Language), and C (Ideas) are all supported by the text as examples of things that travel through human environments, unlike food.

3. Which of the following terms describes the author's tone in the passage?

A. Sarcastic
B. Formal
C. Informal
D. Scientific

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The author's tone in the passage is informal. The passage provides a narrative about Hedy Lamarr's life and inventions, offering insights into her challenges and achievements in a conversational manner. The use of phrases like 'To relieve this boredom' and 'Just think, we might not have any of those things' indicates a casual and engaging tone, suitable for storytelling. Choice A, 'Sarcastic,' is incorrect as there is no evident use of sarcasm or irony in the passage. Choice B, 'Formal,' is incorrect because the tone is not stiff or ceremonious; instead, it is relaxed and personal. Choice D, 'Scientific,' is also incorrect as the tone is not focused on presenting technical information or research findings but rather on sharing a personal story.

4. Which of the following statements is an opinion?

A. Despite the progression of the Internet, printed media was still very popular in the forms of both fiction and non-fiction books
B. Although some people may say that the act of reading is not complete without turning a page, sliding a finger across the screen, or pressing a button to read more onto the next page is just as satisfying to the reader
C. With the invention of the Internet, reliance on books for information quickly changed
D. Stories have been a part of the world since the beginning of recorded time

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Statement B is an opinion because it expresses a personal viewpoint about the act of reading and satisfaction related to different reading formats. The phrase 'just as satisfying to the reader' reflects subjective feelings and preferences rather than objective facts. Choices A, C, and D are not opinions but statements of fact. Choice A discusses the continued popularity of printed media despite the Internet's advancement. Choice C talks about the change in reliance on books due to the Internet. Choice D states the historical presence of stories in the world, which is a factual statement about the past.

5. What does the 'nature of the fairy tale genre' refer to in Passage 2?

A. The representation of basic human experience
B. Good characters being pure good and bad characters being pure evil
C. Different cultures coming up with similar versions of the same story
D. Commoners becoming royalty

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The 'nature of the fairy tale genre' in Passage 2 refers to the representation of basic human experiences. The passage emphasizes that fairy tales embody fundamental human desires and fears, portraying characters as either pure good or pure evil and celebrating themes like romance and transformation. This representation of basic human experiences makes fairy tales relatable and universal, resonating with audiences across various cultures and time periods. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because while they may be elements found in fairy tales, they do not capture the essence of the 'nature of the fairy tale genre' as being rooted in the representation of fundamental human experiences.