ATI TEAS 7
ATI TEAS 7 Version 1 Reading Questions
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Don't Look Back Now is the story of Keisha (Joy Taylor) a woman who has moved across the country to escape her creepy ex-boyfriend stalker, Tom (Kevin Highsmith) however, mysterious things keep happening to the people in Keisha's life- she got a secret that will make anyone coming to harm her regret it - especially tom this thriller is an exciting roller coaster that constantly keeps the audience guessing. director Juliette Che knows exactly how to manipulate the camera to capture every shadow and peripheral movement. keeping the viewer on edge. the close-up shots feel claustrophobic like the perspective is skewed. for another movie, this might be annoying. but for this one, it helps put the viewer in Keisha's suspicious shoes very well. with a running time of 98 minutes, the pacing is quick and efficient, and Cho uses cinematography deftly to show the quick and jerky passage of time from Keisha's perspective. The performance are rocks solid all the way through joy Taylor is brittle and violent simmering below the surface with rage. you can see the toll this stalking experience has had on her in every twitch of her eye and clench of her jaw. the strength she displays once the film shifts into the darker, triumphant second act is a wonder to behold. Kevin Highsmith gives off just the right vibe of charming and sinister as Tom, effortlessly shifting his enter performance between sweet and suddenly dangerous. This is a tense thrill ride that will not disappoint fans of Joy Taylor or this genre general you can find don't look back now at the Main Street Metroplex 12 and the movie Palace 20 starting Friday.
Question 1 of 5
What conclusion could a reader make from this passage?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'There is a big twist in the second half of the movie.' The passage describes the film 'Don't Look Back Now' as a thriller that constantly keeps the audience guessing, with a dark and triumphant second act. The performance of the characters, particularly Keisha and Tom, is highlighted for creating tension and suspense. The passage suggests that there is a significant plot development or twist in the second half of the movie, making option B the most appropriate conclusion that a reader could draw from the provided text.
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You might think the largest animal on earth is the blue whale, and you would be correct. Blue whales can reach can reach a length of 98 ft long can weigh as much as 198 tons. however, in the blue Mountains of eastern Oregon, there is an organism currently covering an area of 3 square miles and estimated to weigh at least 7 500 tons: the Armillaria Ostayae fungus, Though A. Ostoyae is found in other places, such as Michigan and Germany, only Oregon's fungus has grown to such an enormous size. The humongous fungus is estimated to be anywhere from 2000 to 8000 years old, and it continues to grow by 1 to 3 feet every year.
Question 2 of 5
What is the main purpose of the passage?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is 'B: To inform.' The passage presents factual information about the Armillaria Ostoyae fungus, its characteristics, and its unique features in Oregon. It aims to educate readers about this remarkable organism and its impressive size and age. There is no attempt to entertain, persuade, or solely describe the fungus without providing informative content, making 'to inform' the most suitable purpose of the passage.
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Question 3 of 5
Which of the following sources would provide relevant information about the cost of property destruction following a natural disaster?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A newspaper article about the natural disaster would likely contain information about the cost of property destruction following the event. Newspapers often cover such details, including estimates of property damage, insurance claims, and overall economic impact. This source would be more relevant compared to a pamphlet on local resources, a speech about community responders, or a photograph of damage taken by a bystander, which may not necessarily focus on the cost aspect.
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On February 2 of each year, the United States observes the unusual holiday of Groundhog Day of hope that winter is over and spring is beginning. this tradition has been officially observed in the US since the 1800s and is believed to have developed from European folk traditions in which a bear, fox badger or even hedgehog would serve as the symbolic meteorologist, although other cultures and towns observe Groundhog Day ( or something similar) the town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania takes special pride in being home to the one true forecasting groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil. At the turn of the twentieth century, townspeople formed the Punxsutawney GroundHog Day. Over the years, these events have come to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show, and a ball.
Legend has it that on Groundhog Day official weather forecasting grounding awakens from hibernation and comes out of his burrow to look for his shadow. If he sees his shadow, six more weeks of winter are to come, and Punxsutawney Phill takes this as a sign that spring has arrived, and he remains above ground. of course, common sense tells us that February 2 is too early for spring to begin and that while humans might learn, they are unlikely to act on their instincts based on a schedule set by the Gregorian Calendar, nevertheless, a visit to Pennsylvania to see Punxsutawney Phil and all of the fun he inspires each year might just provide the touch of hope needed to reach the end of writer.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following pairs of search terms entered into a search engine with the phrase 'Groundhog Day' is likely to produce information about the origin of Groundhog Day?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is 'A: History and folklore.' When researching the origin of Groundhog Day, terms related to history and folklore are likely to yield information about the traditions, beliefs, and historical background associated with the holiday. In this context, understanding the historical and folkloric aspects of Groundhog Day can shed light on how and why the tradition originated and evolved over time. Terms like 'holiday and festivities' (choice B) may focus more on the celebration aspects, 'habitat and diet' (choice C) on the animal itself, and 'weather and farming' (choice D) on related but different topics, making them less relevant to uncovering the origin of Groundhog Day.
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Question 5 of 5
Which of the following areas of a textbook includes supplemental materials and additional information to the text?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C, Appendix. An appendix in a textbook includes supplemental materials and additional information to the main text. It usually contains data, charts, graphs, images, or detailed explanations that support the content provided in the main body of the text. Appendices are typically located at the end of the book and are referenced within the text for further elaboration or clarification.