ATI TEAS 7
ATI TEAS 7 Version 1 Reading Questions
Extract:
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 1 of 5
Which one of the following is misleading information that Alice uses to support her argument that the house is "terrifying"?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alice associates the dirt floor in the basement with horror movies, leading her to conclude that the house is terrifying, though this is not necessarily a logical reason.
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Question 2 of 5
A parent is researching the type of sunscreen for their child to wear to swim lessons. Which of the following resources would be the most reliable for the parent to consult?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: When choosing a sunscreen for a child, it is important to rely on credible sources. A review of sunscreens from a skin cancer research foundation would provide evidence-based information on the effectiveness and safety of various sunscreens. This information is likely to be more reliable than a recommendation from a swim instructor, an advertisement, or an interview with an unrelated medical professional.
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THE Farallon Island, or devils Teeth, as they are referred to by sailors, area group of small islands with rocky, barren terrain and treacherous, 48 km (30 miles) off the coast of San Francisco, California although the islands are small, with a combined total land area of 0.41km squared (0.16 square miles), they are positioned in a major ocean current, which enables them to house dense populations of birds, rodents seals, and other water mammals.
The abundance of wildlife first attracted Russian and American fur traders in the early 1800s, who then nearly eliminated the seal population in the area. The islands then became an agricultural resource for San Francisco during the gold rush era when egg companies began harvesting bird eggs on the islands. In 1863, violence between viral egg companies erupted on the islands (known as the Egg War") which inadvertently attracted national attention and provoked lawmakers to pass legislation to protect and rehabilitate the island's natural ecosystem.
In 1881, an executive order was passed that decreed egging illegal on the Farallon's. This ended private enterprises on the islands was reinforced in 1909 when President Theodore Roosevelt created the Farallon Reservation to restore human access and preserve that northern island, and over time many of the island original inhabitants have returned.
The Farallon's are now home to the world's largest population of western gull. Seals have returned, as well as otters and sea lions, which in turn attracts great white sharks. The combination of sharks, underwater currents, and jagged coastline are probably what earned the Farallon's their nickname "Devil's Teeth," though it hasn't stopped a few adventurous people from swimming. Four people have completed the 30-mile swim from the islands to San Francisco; the fastest person completed the journey in 14 hours.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following organizations might the author of this article most closely associate with?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: A nature conservancy group. The passage focuses on the history of the Farallon Islands, the conservation efforts to protect the wildlife and ecosystem, and the restoration of the natural habitat. References to the protection of wildlife, legislation to preserve the islands' ecosystem, and the return of original inhabitants highlight a strong association with a nature conservancy group that works towards preserving and rehabilitating natural environments. Options A, C, and D are not directly related to the conservation and preservation efforts described in the passage.
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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 4 of 5
Which of the following best describes the theme of the report?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The theme of the report is focused on the extraordinary natural phenomena, specifically highlighting the immense size and age of the Armillaria ostoyae fungus in Oregon. The report emphasizes the exceptional characteristics of this fungus, such as its massive size, estimated age, and continuous growth, showcasing it as an extraordinary natural phenomenon. Therefore, the most suitable choice that encapsulates the essence of the report is 'B: Extraordinary natural phenomena'.
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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 5 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.