which of the following is the purpose of the passage

ATI TEAS 7

TEAS Reading Practice Questions

1. What is the purpose of the passage?

A. To express emotions
B. To inform about Clara Barton's life and achievements
C. To persuade readers to support the Red Cross Organization
D. To entertain with fictional tales

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'To inform about Clara Barton's life and achievements.' The passage provides a chronological account of Clara Barton's significant life events, from her birth to her philanthropic work during the Civil War and beyond. It aims to educate the reader about Barton's contributions and accomplishments rather than to express emotions, persuade readers to support a specific organization, or entertain with fictional tales. Therefore, choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not align with the informational content of the passage.

2. Which of the following, if true, would most seriously undermine the explanation proposed by the author in Passage I, third paragraph?

A. An instance of lethal force in self-defense is not absolutely absolved from blame. The law takes into account the necessary use of force at the time it is committed.
B. An individual who uses necessary defense under lethal force is in direct compliance with the law under most circumstances.
C. Lethal force in self-defense should not be forgiven in all cases for the peace of mind of the primary victim.
D. The use of lethal force is not evaluated based on the intent of the user, but rather the severity of the primary attack that warranted self-defense.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because the author in Passage I discusses the concept of lethal force in self-defense being justified and absolved from blame when used as a last resort to prevent severe harm or death. Choice A undermines this by stating that an instance of lethal force in self-defense is not absolutely absolved from blame and highlights that the law considers the necessary use of force at the time it is committed. This challenges the absolute justification of such actions and would seriously undermine the author's argument. Choice B is incorrect because compliance with the law does not necessarily address the justification and absolution of lethal force. Choice C is incorrect as forgiving lethal force in all cases is not the focus of the author's argument. Choice D is incorrect because the intent of the user is a crucial factor in evaluating the use of lethal force, contrary to what is stated.

3. While researching Chomsky's many theories and arguments, Teddy became interested in post-World War II anarchism. Which section of the library is the most likely to contain the relevant books?

A. 000
B. 200
C. 300
D. 900

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Since anarchism is a social science theory, it falls under the classification of social sciences in the Dewey Decimal System. Section 300 covers social sciences, making it the most suitable section for finding books related to post-World War II anarchism. Choice A (000 - Computer science), Choice B (200 - Religion), and Choice D (900 - History) are incorrect because they do not directly relate to social sciences where anarchism would be classified.

4. Based on the passage, which of the following is the most logical conclusion?

A. The professor will offer another extra credit project later in the semester.
B. Students who choose two extra-credit options will be given double the extra credit.
C. Students who choose the third option will receive one quarter of the offered extra credit.
D. Students are most likely to earn maximum extra credit by choosing the first option.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Based on the passage, the most logical conclusion is that students are most likely to earn the maximum extra credit by choosing the first option. The first option provides an extra credit project worth 150% of the point value of the essay exam, giving students more than enough chance to make up the difference and raise their overall score. The second and third options also offer the same 150% extra credit, but they involve more subjective scoring or group work, respectively, which may not ensure maximum extra credit. Therefore, choosing the first option is the best way for students to earn the most extra credit.

5. To which section of the library should Jorgen go to locate these works?

A. 100
B. 200
C. 700
D. 800

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Jorgen should go to Section 800 to locate The Iliad and The Odyssey by Homer. These works are literary masterpieces and would be categorized under literature in the library. While sections 100, 200, and 700 cover Philosophy and psychology, Religion, and Arts and recreation respectively, they are not the most suitable sections for finding works of literature like The Iliad and The Odyssey.