ATI TEAS 7
ATI TEAS 7 Version 1 Reading Questions
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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 1 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 2 of 5
Where can you find copyright information for a given book?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is the publication page. The publication page typically contains essential copyright information such as the publication date, copyright holder, and other legal details related to the book. While the table of contents, index, and title page offer valuable information, copyright details are specifically located on the publication page where important legal information about the book is presented.
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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.
Question 3 of 5
According to the passage, which of the following phrases clarifies the order of the steps in basic breadmaking?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is 'C: once-fermented dough is then cut' because it specifies a step that occurs after the first rising stage, which is the bulk fermentation. Cutting and shaping the once-fermented dough comes before the second rising step, known as proofing, effectively clarifying the order of the breadmaking process as outlined in the passage.
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Alice was not scared. Not at all. Maybe a little bit. But she was determined to confront the ghost in her house. Alice lived in a farmhouse built in 1921. All of the floors and doors were original; the doors even had skeleton key locks. But by far the most terrifying part of the house was the basement. She kept that door locked and ignored the thumps, crashes, and cries that came from below the house. What made Alice determined to confront the ghost today was the especially loud crashes the previous night. She'd gotten no sleep, convinced the ghost was going to break through the door and do something horrible. What, she wasn't sure, but the ghost would do something.
Alice hadn't seen the ghost, but what else could be making loud noises in an old house? The one time she had been down in the basement was after buying the house unseen. Once she saw the shelves with old glass jars, she was a little put off. But what made her keep the door shut and locked was the abrupt end of the concrete floor halfway across the room. Because nothing good ever happened in a basement with a dirt floor. Alice had seen enough horror movies to know that.
Alice stared at the basement door, trying to gather enough confidence to open it and march down the stairs like she owned the place. Because she did-or she would, once she finished paying her mortgage in 30 years. Alice took a deep breath and yanked the door open. She marched down the stairs, only to stop abruptly at the bottom. Because she was face to face with not a ghost at all. It was a calico cat, one who looked utterly unimpressed by her brave journey into the basement.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following phrases from the passage added humor to an otherwise fearful mood?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Choice A adds humor to the otherwise fearful mood by injecting a touch of reality and practicality into the situation. The mention of finishing paying the mortgage in 30 years in the midst of a ghostly encounter lightens the tone of the narrative, creating a moment of comic relief for the reader. This phrase introduces a sense of normalcy and mundane responsibilities amidst the eerie setting, providing a contrast that can be amusing to the reader.
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Question 5 of 5
In what way were zip codes labeled in 1938?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Zip codes were labeled as postal code zones of the U.S Postal Service in 1938. The introduction of zip codes by the U.S. Postal Service in 1963 aimed to improve mail efficiency. The term 'ZIP' stands for 'Zone Improvement Plan' and suggests that mail will move more efficiently when postal customers use the code. Understanding the history and purpose of zip codes can help individuals appreciate the system's significance in mail delivery.