TEAS Reading Practice Test

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The purpose of the repetition in the passage is to emphasize Mr. Utterson's anguish in failing to identify Hyde's whereabouts. The phrase "toiling mind" and "toiling in mere darkness" convey a sense of struggle and mental torment. By repeating the word "toiling," the author intensifies the feeling of inner turmoil and frustration Mr. Utterson is experiencing. This repetition underscores the difficulty and complexity of his task, highlighting his emotional state of anguish and confusion. A: Incorrect. The repetition does not specifically demonstrate Mr. Lanyon's mental state. B: Incorrect. The repetition does not highlight church bells, but rather Mr. Utterson's mental state. C: Incorrect. The repetition does not reflect Mr. Utterson's ambivalence, but rather his anguish.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: A definitive decision. In the passage, the word 'mind' refers to the emperor's intention or purpose to entertain the speaker with country shows. This indicates a clear and specific decision made by the emperor. Choice A (The ability to think) is incorrect because 'mind' in the context of the passage does not refer to the general cognitive ability but rather a specific intention. Choice B (A collective vote) is incorrect as there is no indication of a group decision-making process in the passage. Choice D (A mythological question) is also incorrect as there is no mention of any mythological context in the passage.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The phrase 'labyrinths of lamplighted city' contains the repetition of the consonant sound "l" in "labyrinths" and "lamplighted," making it an example of alliteration. Alliteration is the repetition of initial consonant sounds in neighboring words. The other choices are incorrect because there is no exaggeration (hyperbole), direct comparison using "like" or "as" (simile), or implicit comparison without using those terms (metaphor) in the phrase. Alliteration is the most fitting literary device in this context due to the repeated "l" sound creating a rhythmic and poetic effect.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. The setting of the story is indicated by details such as urban references, city landmarks, or descriptions of city life. In this passage, we can infer the setting is in the city based on mentions of skyscrapers, bustling streets, or city-specific locations. The other choices are incorrect because there are no indications of rural landscapes (B), jail (C), or mental health facility (D) in the passage. The key is to identify specific textual clues that point towards the city setting.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because the author distinguishes between different groups of insects based on their habitat into aquatic and aerial categories. In the passage, the author specifically mentions insects that live in water versus those that live in the air. This distinction is clear and evident throughout the text. A is incorrect because the passage does not focus on describing specific characteristics and adaptations of each insect group. C is incorrect because the passage does not explain the stages of development each insect undergoes. D is incorrect because while habitats are mentioned, the primary focus is on categorizing insects based on their habitat type, not the environments they are adapted to.