Practice TEAS Test Reading

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B. The librarian should direct the student to the biography section in the library as the assignment is to read a biography. By helping the student select a biography at his reading level, the librarian ensures the student meets the assignment requirements. This approach promotes literacy and encourages the student to engage with physical books, which can offer a more in-depth and reliable source of information compared to the internet. By choosing this option, the librarian supports the student's learning and helps develop research skills. Choice A is incorrect because using Google for an assignment that specifically requires reading a biography may not fulfill the assignment requirements adequately. Choice C is incorrect as it bypasses the opportunity for the student to engage with physical books and may not align with the assignment specifications. Choice D is incorrect because initiating an inter-library loan for a biography that will take two weeks to arrive may not be the most efficient solution considering the time constraints of the assignment.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Step-by-step rationale: 1. Statement C directly provides evidence of coastal erosion by stating the loss of land in Louisiana. 2. The loss of 2,000 square miles indicates significant erosion. 3. This evidence supports the claim that many coastal islands are eroding. 4. Other choices (A, B, D) do not offer specific evidence related to coastal erosion, making them irrelevant to the claim. Summary: Choice C is correct as it presents factual evidence of coastal land loss in Louisiana, directly supporting the claim of coastal erosion. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect as they do not provide relevant information regarding coastal erosion, making them irrelevant to the passage's claim.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Correct Answer: A Rationale: 1. The advertisement mentions "may work independently and/or as part of a team," indicating flexibility in work style. 2. The word "may" suggests it is not mandatory, leaving room for both possibilities. 3. Working independently or as part of a team are common expectations for job roles, making it a reasonable inference. 4. The other choices lack direct evidence from the advertisement and are assumptions not supported by the text.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Wikipedia. Wikipedia is not a reliable resource for a research paper because it can be edited by anyone, leading to potential inaccuracies and bias. On the other hand, The New York Times, a personal interview with a politician, and a medical journal are more reliable sources as they undergo editorial review and fact-checking processes. The New York Times is a reputable news organization, a personal interview provides firsthand information, and a medical journal undergoes rigorous peer review. In summary, Wikipedia lacks the same level of credibility and reliability as the other options due to its open editing nature.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The purpose of italics in the sentence is to identify full-length published books. Italics are typically used to differentiate titles of long works such as books, plays, and movies. In this case, the italicized works are likely to be complete books rather than excerpts or short stories. Other choices are incorrect because B does not capture the general category of all the works, C is too specific and unrelated to the content, and D does not make sense as italics are not used to indicate personal completion.