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ATI TEAS 7 reading practice questions, set 11

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ATI TEAS 7 reading practice questions set 11

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Question 1

This excerpt is from a speech by Charles Dickens delivered in Birmingham, England, on December 30, 1853, on behalf of the Birmingham and Midland Institute. My Good Friends, when I first imparted to the committee of the projected Institute my particular wish that on one of the evenings of my readings here the main body of my audience should be composed of working men and their families, I was animated by two desires; first, by the wish to have the great pleasure of meeting you face to face at this Christmas time, and accompany you myself through one of my little Christmas books; and second, by the wish to have an opportunity of stating publicly in your presence, and in the presence of the committee, my earnest hope that the Institute will, from the beginning, recognize one great principle "strong in reason and justice" which I believe to be essential to the very life of such an Institution. It is, that the working man shall, from the first unto the last, have a share in the management of an Institution which is designed for his benefit, and which calls itself by his name. I have no fear here of being misunderstood, of being supposed to mean too much in this. If there ever was a time when any one class could of itself do much for its own good, and for the welfare of society -which I greatly doubt- that time is unquestionably past. It is in the fusion of different classes, without confusion; in the bringing together of employers and employed; in the creating of a better common understanding among those whose interests are identical, who depend upon each other, who are vitally essential to each other, and who never can be in unnatural antagonism without deplorable results, that one of the chief principles of a Mechanic's Institution should consist. In this world a great deal of the bitterness among us arises from an imperfect understanding of one another. Erect in Birmingham a great Educational Institution, properly educational; educational of the feelings as well as of the reason; to which all orders of Birmingham men contribute; in which all orders of Birmingham men meet; wherein all orders of Birmingham men are faithfully represented and you will erect a Temple of Concord here which will be a model edifice to the whole of England. Contemplating as I do the existence of the Artisan's Committee, which not long ago considered the establishment of the Institute so sensibly, and supported it so heartily, I earnestly entreat the gentlemen - earnest I know in the good work, and who are now among us- by all means to avoid the great shortcoming of similar institutions; and in asking the working man for his confidence, to set him the great example and give him theirs in return. You will judge for yourselves if I promise too much for the working man, when I say that he will stand by such an enterprise with the utmost of his patience, his perseverance, sense, and support; that I am sure he will need no charitable aid or condescending patronage; but will readily and cheerfully pay for the advantages which it confers; that he will prepare himself in individual cases where he feels that the adverse circumstances around him have rendered it necessary; in a word, that he will feel his responsibility like an honest man, and will most honestly and manfully discharge it. I now proceed to the pleasant task to which I assure you I have looked forward for a long time.

The speaker addresses his audience as 'My Good Friends.' What kind of credibility does this salutation give to the speaker?

  1. A. The speaker's salutation is one from an employer to his employees, aiming to bridge the gap between them.
  2. B. The speaker's salutation is one from an entertainer to his audience, using friendly language to connect before a serious speech.
  3. C. The salutation gives the serious speech that follows a somber tone, as it is used ironically.
  4. D. The speech is from a politician to the public, using the salutation to grab the audience's attention.
Show answer and rationale

Correct answer: B — The speaker's salutation is one from an entertainer to his audience, using friendly language to connect before a serious speech.

The salutation 'My Good Friends' used by Charles Dickens in his speech to the working men and their families in Birmingham shows that he is addressing them as an entertainer, aiming to connect with them before delivering a serious message. This friendly language establishes a personal connection with the audience, setting a tone of camaraderie and warmth. The salutation is not meant to bridge a gap between an employer and employees (Choice A), create irony (Choice C), or grab attention like a politician (Choice D). Instead, it is a genuine and warm address to engage the audience before conveying his earnest hope about the Institute's principles.

Question 2

A student comes to the library and you observe him wandering confusedly in the library's section of science books.

What is the first thing you should do to help him?

  1. A. Ask the student what his assignment is and what type of books he is looking for
  2. B. Tell the student that books are shelved by the author's last name and guide him to locate the books he is looking for
  3. C. Find an opportunity later on to ask his teacher about the assignment, so you can assist him better next time he visits the library
  4. D. Invite another student from his class to help him, assuming they share the same assignment
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Correct answer: B — Tell the student that books are shelved by the author's last name and guide him to locate the books he is looking for

The first thing you should do to help the student is to provide guidance on how books are arranged in the library, which is by the author's last name, as observed in the science book section. By explaining this system to the student, you empower him to locate the books independently. This approach fosters self-reliance and problem-solving skills. Choice A is incorrect as it delays addressing the immediate need, which is helping the student navigate the library. Choice C is also incorrect as it suggests postponing assistance to a later time. Choice D is not the best course of action as it doesn't directly help the confused student in the moment.

Question 3

This excerpt is from The Life-Story of Insects by Geo H. Carpenter. Insects as a whole are preeminently creatures of the land and the air. This is shown not only by the possession of wings by a vast majority of the class, but by the mode of breathing to which reference has already been made, a system of branching air-tubes carrying atmospheric air with its combustion-supporting oxygen to all the insect's tissues. The air gains access to these tubes through a number of paired air-holes or spiracles, arranged segmentally in series. It is of great interest to find that, nevertheless, a number of insects spend much of their time under water. This is true of not a few in the perfect winged state, as for example aquatic beetles and water-bugs ('boatmen' and 'scorpions') which have some way of protecting their spiracles when submerged, and, possessing usually the power of flight, can pass on occasion from pond or stream to upper air. But it is advisable in connection with our present subject to dwell especially on some insects that remain continually under water till they are ready to undergo their final molt and attain the winged state, which they pass entirely in the air. The preparatory instars of such insects are aquatic; the adult instar is aerial. All may-flies, dragon-flies, and caddis-flies, many beetles and two-winged flies, and a few moths thus divide their life-story between the water and the air. For the present we confine attention to the Stoneflies, the May-flies, and the Dragon-flies, three well-known orders of insects respectively called by systematists the Plecopteran, the Ephemeroptera, and the Odonata. In the case of many insects that have aquatic larvae, the latter are provided with some arrangement for enabling them to reach atmospheric air through the surface-film of the water. But the larva of a stone-fly, a dragon-fly, or a may-fly is adapted more completely than these for aquatic life; it can, by means of gills of some kind, breathe the air dissolved in water.

What does the following sentence most nearly mean? 'The preparatory instars of such insects are aquatic; the adult instar is aerial.'

  1. A. The volume of water is necessary for preparing the insect for transition rather than the volume of the air.
  2. B. The insect's body is shaped like a star in both water and air.
  3. C. The stage of preparation between molting occurs in water, while the final stage happens in the air.
  4. D. These insects first breathe in water through gills and then continue to use the same organs to breathe in the air.
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Correct answer: C — The stage of preparation between molting occurs in water, while the final stage happens in the air.

The sentence indicates that the insects undergo different stages of development, with the preparatory instars being aquatic and the adult instar being aerial. This highlights the adaptability of these insects to different environments. Choice A is incorrect as it focuses on the volume of water and air rather than the stages of development in different environments. Choice B is unrelated to the content of the sentence and does not capture the meaning accurately. Choice D is incorrect as it specifically mentions breathing through gills, which is not explicitly stated in the sentence. Therefore, choice C is the best interpretation of the sentence.

Question 4

Vegan and Lovin' It: Making the Transition to a Vegan Diet Table of Contents I. Better-for-the Planet Breads A. Yeast Breads B. Breakfast Breads and Coffee Cakes C. Muffins and Scones D. Biscuits, Pancakes and French Toast II. Exciting Salads A. Salads on the Side B. Salads as a Meal III. Savory Side Dishes A. Rice B. Potatoes C. Light Soups D. Veggie Delight IV. Elegant, Easy Entrees A. Pasta B. Casseroles C. Hearty Soups and Stews D. Pizzas E. Slow Cooker Meals V. Delicious Desserts and Drinks A. Cookies, Bars B. Cakes, Pies, and Tarts C. Ice “Cream†D. Smoothies VI. Tips for Entertaining A. Satisfying a Crowd B. Recommended menus

Sarah is hosting a brunch for a baby shower and knows that several of the guests are strict vegans. She wants to make sure she prepares certain foods correctly to ensure all her guests have something to eat. In particular, she is looking for recipes for banana bread and blueberry muffins. Which chapter of the cookbook should she consult?

  1. A. Chapter I
  2. B. Chapter II
  3. C. Chapter IV
  4. D. Chapter V
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Correct answer: B — Chapter II

Chapter II typically focuses on baking and sweet treats, which would likely include recipes for banana bread and blueberry muffins. Sarah should consult this chapter for vegan-friendly versions of these recipes that will cater to her strict vegan guests. Choice A, Chapter I, primarily covers yeast breads, not the specific recipes Sarah is looking for. Choice C, Chapter IV, focuses on elegant, easy entrees, which are not relevant to the sweet treats Sarah wants. Choice D, Chapter V, covers delicious desserts and drinks, but it does not specifically mention the items Sarah is interested in, making it less likely to contain the recipes she needs.

Question 5

This excerpt is an adaptation of Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World". My gentleness and good behavior had gained so far on the emperor and his court, and indeed upon the army and people in general, that I began to conceive hopes of getting my liberty in a short time. I took all possible methods to cultivate this favorable disposition. The natives came, by degrees, to be less apprehensive of any danger from me. I would sometimes lie down, and let five or six of them dance on my hand; and at last the boys and girls would venture to come and play at hide-and-seek in my hair. I had now made good progress in understanding and speaking the language. The emperor had a mind one day to entertain me with several of the country shows, wherein they exceed all nations I have known, both for dexterity and magnificence. I was diverted with none so much as that of the rope-dancers, performed upon a slender white thread, extended about two feet, and twelve inches from the ground, Upon which I shall desire liberty, with the reader's patience, to enlarge a little. This diversion is only practiced by those persons who are candidates for great employments, and high favor at court. They are trained in this art from their youth, and are not always of noble birth, or liberal education. When a great office is vacant, either by death or disgrace (which often happens,) five or six of those candidates petition the emperor to entertain his majesty and the court with a dance on the rope; and whoever jumps the highest, without falling, succeeds in the office. Very often the chief ministers themselves are commanded to show their skill, and to convince the emperor that they have not lost their faculty. FlyNap, the treasurer, is allowed to cut a caper on the straight rope, at least an inch higher than any other lord in the whole empire. I have seen him do the somersault several times together, upon a trencher fixed on a rope which is no thicker than a common packthread in England. My friend Reldresal, principal secretary for private affairs, is, in my opinion, if I am not partial, the second after the treasurer; the rest of the great officers are much upon a par.

Which of the following statements best summarizes the central purpose of this text?

  1. A. Gulliver details his experiences and interactions with the natives of the new land.
  2. B. Gulliver observes the unique customs and traditions of the society he encounters.
  3. C. Gulliver becomes acquainted with the people and practices of his new surroundings.
  4. D. Gulliver reflects on the cultural differences between his homeland and the new land.
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Correct answer: C — Gulliver becomes acquainted with the people and practices of his new surroundings.

The correct answer is C because the text describes how Gulliver becomes familiar with the customs and practices of the new society he finds himself in. He interacts with the natives, learns their language, and participates in their shows, indicating his growing understanding and acceptance of the new culture. Choice A is incorrect because the text goes beyond detailing his experiences to focus on his growing familiarity with the society. Choice B is incorrect because Gulliver not only observes but actively engages with the customs. Choice D is incorrect as the focus is on Gulliver's adaptation rather than reflecting on cultural differences.

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Question 6

The volunteers for the incumbent candidate planned to canvass the neighborhood in an Attempt to garner more support from constituents in their political party. Unbeknownst to them, the voter address list was erroneously switched. Meaning that although they were walking door to door, they were walking to the doors of people registered under a different political party. In a surprising twist, the process of discussing the candidate's stance on the issues did raise support. On Election Day, the incumbent candidate lost, but received more votes in the neighborhoods where volunteers canvassed, despite focusing on members of the opposing party.

Which of the following sources would be the best to understand the suspense genre better?

  1. A. A public library's digital catalog
  2. B. The online reviews of the genre
  3. C. A New York Times bestseller list
  4. D. An encyclopedia entry about the suspense genre
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Question 7

Passage 1: Fairy tales, fictional stories that involve magical occurrences and imaginary creatures like trolls, elves, giants, and talking animals, are fond in similar forms throughout the world. this occurs when a story with an origin in a particular location spreads geographically to, over time, far-flung lands. All variations of the same story must logically come form a single source. As language, ideas, and goods travel from place to place through the movement of peoples, stories the catch human imagination travel as well through human retelling. Passage 2: Fairy tales capture basic, fundamental human desires and fear. they represent the most essential form of fictionalized human experience: the bad characters are pure evil the good characters are pure good, the romance of royalty (and of commoners becoming royalty) is celebrated, etc. Given the nature of the fairy tale genre, it is not surprising that many different cultures come up with similar versions of the same essential story.

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

  1. A. The representation of basic human experience
  2. B. Good characters being pure good and bad characters being pure evil
  3. C. Different cultures coming up with similar versions of the same story
  4. D. Commoners becoming royalty
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Question 8

Smoking tobacco products is terribly destructive. A single cigarette contains over 4,000 chemicals, including 43 known carcinogens and 400 deadly toxins. Some of the most dangerous ingredients include tar, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, ammonia, arsenic, and DDT. Smoking can cause numerous types of cancer including throat, mouth, nasal cavity, esophagus, stomach, pancreas, kidney, bladder, and cervical. Cigarettes contain a drug called nicotine, one of the most addictive substances known to man. Addiction is defined as a compulsion to seek the substance despite negative consequences. According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, nearly 35 million smokers expressed a desire to quit smoking in 2015; however, more than 85 percent of those addicts will not achieve their goal. Almost all smokers regret picking up that first cigarette. You would be wise to learn from their mistake if you have not yet started smoking. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 16 million people in the United States presently suffer from a smoking-related condition and nearly nine million suffer from a serious smoking-related illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), tobacco products cause nearly six million deaths per year. This number is projected to rise to over eight million deaths by 2030. Smokers, on average, die ten years earlier than their nonsmoking peers. In the United States, local, state, and federal governments typically tax tobacco products, which leads to high prices. Nicotine addicts sometimes pay more for a pack of cigarettes than for a few gallons of gas. Additionally, smokers tend to stink. The smell of smoke is all-consuming and creates a pervasive nastiness. Smokers also risk staining their teeth and fingers with yellow residue from the tar.

Which of the following best describes the passage?

  1. A. Narrative
  2. B. Persuasive
  3. C. Expository
  4. D. Technical
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Question 9

Hedy Lamar was a woman of many talents. She was first known as a European film actress in the 1930s and early 1940s. Some of her popular films included Boom Town (1940) and White Cargo (1942); however, her roles generally did not include very many spoken lines and she became bored. To relieve this boredom, Lamar took up inventing. Hedy Lamar did not have any formal training, but she did not allow that to stop her from teaching herself in her spare time. Although she had a number of failed inventions, such as an improved traffic light and a carbonated drink, Lamar did not stop coming up with ideas. She even spent time working with the science engineering team employed by Howard Hughes, the aviation tycoon. During World War II, Lamarr learned that one of the military's new technologies, radio-controlled torpedoes, were too easily jammed and redirected. She came up with a type of radio signal that changed, or "hopped," frequencies and was unable to be tracked or disrupted. With the assistance of her friend George Antheil, she was able to design the system and patent it in August 1942. Unfortunately, the United States Navy was not interested. The technology of the era wasn't quite good enough to easily implement Lamarr's system, and the Navy was not particularly interested in civilian inventions at the time. It wasn't until 20 years later, during the Cuban Missile Crisis, that a version of Lamarr's system began appearing on Navy ships. The work Lamarr and Antheil did creating this frequency-hopping system led to many technologies that are often taken for granted today. Their work led to the development of cell phones, Bluetooth, and WiFi. Just think, we might not have any of those things if Hedy Lamarr had been given more interesting roles.

How did Hedy Lamarr contribute significantly to the advancement of technology?

  1. A. The technology of the era wasn't advanced enough to easily implement Lamarr's system
  2. B. She collaborated with the science engineering team employed by Howard Hughes, the aviation tycoon
  3. C. She had several failed inventions, such as an improved traffic light and a carbonated drink
  4. D. Her work led to the future development of cellular phones, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi.
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Question 10

Dear library patrons: To ensure that all visitors have the opportunity to use our limited number of computers, we ask that each person restrict himself or herself to 30 minutes on a computer. For those needing to use a computer beyond this time frame, there will be a $3 charge for each 15- minute period. We thank you in advance for your cooperation. Pineville Library

Which of the following is a logical conclusion that can be derived from the announcement above?

  1. A. The library is planning to charge patrons for extended computer use to generate additional revenue.
  2. B. The library is implementing the fee to encourage patrons to use the computers more efficiently.
  3. C. The library has added the fee to discourage patrons from spending too long on the computers.
  4. D. The library is aiming to cover the costs of maintaining the computers by charging patrons for extended use.
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Question 11

Magnesium is an important nutrient that supports immune system functioning and helps protect the body against cardiovascular diseases. Symptoms of magnesium deficiency rarely surface among populations in developed countries, but concern is growing that many people may not have sufficient body stores of this metal. Surveys show that most Americans do not receive a minimum daily requirement of magnesium in their diets. Magnesium is absorbed from foods by the intestines, before the circulatory system transports it to the body's tissues. Less than one-half of ingested magnesium normally is taken up in this way. Health issues affecting the digestive tract may impair magnesium absorbance. For example, gastrointestinal disorders such as Crohn's disease can limit magnesium uptake. The kidneys normally limit urinary excretion of magnesium, a function that can help make up for low dietary intake. However, alcohol abuse and certain medications can affect this balance and thereby lead to magnesium depletion. Symptoms of magnesium deficiency include vomiting, fatigue, and loss of appetite. More severe cases can include symptoms such as muscular cramps, seizures, and coronary abnormalities. Magnesium insufficiency also can affect the body's ability to absorb other cations, including calcium and potassium, and can lead to other health complications. Good sources of dietary magnesium include leafy green vegetables, potatoes, nuts, and seeds.

According to the passage, what health issue can result from alcohol abuse?

  1. A. poor magnesium absorption.
  2. B. an impairment of kidney function.
  3. C. compromise of the immune system.
  4. D. gastrointestinal disorders.
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Question 12

The greatest changes in sensory, motor, and perceptual development happen in the first two years of life. When babies are first born, most of their senses operate in a similar way to those of adults. For example, babies are able to hear before they are born; studies show that babies turn toward the sound of their mothers' voices just minutes after being born, indicating they recognize the mother's voice from their time in the womb. The exception to this rule is vision. A baby's vision changes significantly in its first year of life; initially it has a range of vision of only 8 - 12 inches and no depth perception. As a result, infants rely primarily on hearing; vision does not become the dominant sense until around the age of 12 months. Babies also prefer faces to other objects. This preference, along with their limited vision range, means that their sight is initially focused on their caregiver.

Which of the following senses do babies primarily rely on during their early development?

  1. A. vision
  2. B. hearing
  3. C. touch
  4. D. smell
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Question 13

In Greek mythology, two gods, Epimetheus and Prometheus, were given the work of creating living things. Epimetheus gave good powers to the different animals. To the lion he gave strength; to the bird, swiftness; to the fox, sagacity; and so on. Eventually, all of the good gifts had been bestowed, and there was nothing left for humans. As a result, Prometheus returned to heaven and brought down fire, which he gave to humans. With fire, human beings could protect themselves by making weapons. Over time, humans developed civilization.

Which of the following is the meaning of the word bestowed as it is used in the passage?

  1. A. purchased
  2. B. forgotten
  3. C. accepted
  4. D. given
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Question 14

Assault is the unlawful attempt of one person to apply apprehension on another individual by an imminent threat or by initiating offensive contact. Assaults can vary, encompassing physical strikes, threatening body language, and even provocative language. In the case of the latter, even if a hand has not been laid, it is still considered an assault because of its threatening nature.

According to the passages, which situation would not constitute an illegal use of lethal force?

  1. A. A disgruntled cashier yells obscenities at a customer.
  2. B. A thief is seen running away with stolen cash.
  3. C. A man is attacked in an alley by another man with a knife.
  4. D. A woman punches another woman in a bar.
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Question 15

1821: Clara Barton is born in North Oxford, Massachusetts. 1831: Barton cares for her brother David after he falls from a roof and is severely injured. 1855: Barton moves to Washington D.C. to work as the first female federal patent clerk. 1861: Barton begins gathering and distributing food, clothing, and medical supplies to wounded soldiers during the Civil War. 1862: Barton works on the front lines as a self-taught nurse. 1865: After the war, Barton begins identifying anonymous soldiers to be properly buried through the Office of Missing Soldiers. 1869: Barton travels to Europe, assisting with preparing military hospitals and supplying aid to the poor. 1881: Barton petitions President Chester A. Arthur to open an American branch of the International Red Cross Organization.

Which of the following could accurately subtitle this passage?

  1. A. The start of the revolution
  2. B. American march from the sea
  3. C. The full armies face off
  4. D. In the state of Massachusetts
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