TEAS 7 Reading tests your ability to locate key information, distinguish fact from opinion, and draw logical conclusions from short informational passages, a skill set that mirrors reading clinical documentation on the job.
The convicted criminal absconded prior to the sentencing phase of the trial. "Absconded" means:
Basic breadmaking steps: First, the ingredients are mixed and kneaded to create a smooth, springy dough. Next comes the first rising stage, or bulk fermentation. The once-fermented dough is then cut and shaped before a second rising step, called proofing. This can take as little as an hour or as long as several hours. Finally, the proofed dough is baked until a crispy golden crust forms and the interior is cooked through. As used in the passage, which of the following phrases clarifies the order of the steps in basic breadmaking?
Vidya mailed a letter on his way home from work, but as he neared home, he realized he had forgotten to turn around to go back and get it. Which of the following actions did Vidya take before mailing his letter?
When you think of a hummingbird, you most likely think of a very small creature with rapidly beating wings. No surprise that the hummingbird family contains the smallest bird in the world. Somewhat more surprising is the fact that there are more than 400 kinds of hummingbirds, 19 of which are found in the United States. It turns out that plenty of diversity can be packed into small bodies; one thing all hummingbirds have in common is their ability to amaze. The smallest hummingbird is no longer than an adult bumblebee; the largest, the giant hummingbird, grows from 8 to 9 inches in length. Despite their diminutive stature, these birds can do many incredible things. They are the only birds that can fly backward. Their wings beat faster than those of any other bird, from 60 to 70 times per second. In the eastern United States, the ruby-throated hummingbird is the only kind commonly found north of Florida. While both male and female have a coat of brilliant metallic green, only the male has a bright red throat. The male is very aggressive in defending food sources, often taking on enemies much larger than himself. A mature ruby-throated hummingbird is only about 3 to 4 inches long. When newly hatched, three of the birds can fit inside a nest the size of a large thimble. The birds eat insects and extract nectar from flowers for their diet. Many people hang hummingbird feeders containing sugar water, and hummingbirds flock to them. Feeders are an important supplement to their natural diet. Although they weigh as little as a penny, they have long migration routes to follow in spring and fall. They are marvels of speed, agility, and beauty. Which of the following has a similar theme to the hummingbird passage?
The official exhibited a heedless attitude when dealing with the dignitaries. "Heedless" means:
Herbs have been an integral part of our diet and pharmacy since humans began roaming the Earth. Dog owners can apply the results of using herbal nutrition and medicine to the dogs they love. To keep your dog healthy, use herbs on a daily basis. If you should ever need them, you will have much better luck getting a sick dog to accept herbal medicines if it has been acclimated to them over the years. Before starting an herbal treatment program for a sick dog, it is best to receive a correct diagnosis from a qualified veterinarian. A veterinarian can provide blood counts, urinalysis, x-rays, and ultrasound diagnosis, which can pinpoint which organ system is compromised. Most importantly, dog owners should find good reference books and reputable herbalists to treat a sick dog with herbal medicines. Which of the following best fits the theme of the passage?
The Kepler spacecraft was designed to investigate humanity's last unexplored frontier: the far reaches of space. The NASA space telescope looks deep into the Milky Way galaxy for signs of habitable planets where humans could potentially thrive. Of the thousands of planets it has identified, three are in livable orbits similar to Earth's. The planet most similar to Earth is Kepler-186f, known as "Earth's cousin." Over 490 light-years away, all that NASA knows is that Kepler-186f's size and distance from its star are comparable to Earth's. As technology advances, hopefully we will learn more about Kepler-186f's ability to nurture life. Perhaps someday our descendants will cross the insurmountable distance to explore the surface of Earth's cousin, maybe even making contact with life on another world. Which of the following is evidence for the theory that Kepler-186f may be able to support life?
Choose the option that correctly completes/replaces the underlined portion of the sentence: "As a result of his method for early music education, Shinichi Suzuki [has been known as one] of the world's great violin teachers."
Herbs have been an integral part of our diet and pharmacy since humans began roaming the Earth. Dog owners can apply the results of using herbal nutrition and medicine for the dogs they love. To keep your dog healthy, use herbs on a daily basis. If you should ever need them, you will have much better luck getting a sick dog to accept herbal medicines if it has been acclimated to them over the years. Before starting an herbal treatment program for a sick dog, it is best to receive a correct diagnosis from a qualified veterinarian. A veterinarian can provide blood counts, urinalysis, x-rays, and ultrasound diagnosis, which can pinpoint which organ system is compromised. Most importantly, dog owners should find good reference books and reputable herbalists to treat a sick dog with herbal medicines. Which of the following statements would strengthen the argument that dog owners should use veterinarians and herbal medicine together to treat sick dogs?
The nurse took my vital signs. They documented their findings in my record. They discussed my condition with the charge nurse. Assuming the sentences above are in chronological order, which of the following options appropriately restates the passage?
The high school football team arrives at practice one day to find that all of their equipment is missing. The coach wants to consider every possibility before he alerts the principal. Which of the following pieces of evidence would be most relevant to help explain what happened to the equipment?
Everyone had to drive slowly because of the high volume of traffic. Which of the following is the correct meaning of the word "volume" as used in the sentence?
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