TEAS 7 Reading practice test

Read the passage. Sea otters play a surprising role in keeping coastal ecosystems healthy. They feed heavily on sea urchins, which graze on kelp. When otters are present, urchin populations stay in check and kelp forests flourish. When otters disappear, urchins multiply and strip the kelp away, leaving barren stretches of seafloor. According to the passage, what happens when sea otters disappear from a coastal area?

Read the passage. Remember to bring a reusable water bottle on the field trip. Single-use plastic bottles often end up in landfills, and refilling stations will be available throughout the museum. A reusable bottle saves money and reduces waste. What is the author's primary purpose in this passage?

Read the sentence. The hikers were apprehensive about the steep trail ahead, glancing nervously at the loose rocks and sheer drop. As used in the sentence, the word apprehensive most nearly means which of the following?

Read the passage. Maria checked the clock again and tapped her pen against the desk. She had read the same paragraph three times without remembering a word of it. Every few seconds her eyes drifted toward her phone, waiting for the message that would tell her whether she had been accepted. What can the reader most reasonably infer about Maria?

Read the passage. First, gather all of your ingredients on the counter. Next, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Then, mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Finally, fold in the wet ingredients and pour the batter into the pan. Which text structure does this passage use?

Read the sentences. The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth. It is also the most beautiful and most exciting ocean to visit. Which statement from the passage is an opinion?

Read the passage. The crumbling old house sagged under the weight of years, its windows like dark, hollow eyes. A cold wind whistled through the broken shutters, and the floorboards groaned with every cautious step. What is the tone of this passage?

Read the passage. The water cycle moves water continuously through the environment. The sun heats water in oceans and lakes, causing it to evaporate into the air. The water vapor cools and condenses into clouds. Eventually it falls back to Earth as precipitation, and the cycle begins again. Which sentence best summarizes the passage?

Read the passage. After the storm passed, the streets were littered with broken branches. Several traffic lights were dark, and a long line of cars waited at one busy intersection. Drivers leaned out of their windows, signaling to one another to take turns. What can the reader conclude from the passage?

Read the passage. I never expected to enjoy gardening, but the first time I pulled a ripe tomato from the vine, something changed in me. I still remember the warm sun on my back and the smell of the soil. From which point of view is this passage written?

A student is writing a research paper on the health effects of regular exercise. Which source would most likely be the most reliable?

Read the sentence. The classroom was a beehive of activity as students rushed to finish their projects before the bell. Which type of figurative language is used in this sentence?

Read the passage. The campers arrived at the site in the late afternoon. They first pitched their tents, then collected firewood from the surrounding woods. After the fire was lit, they cooked dinner over the flames. They finally told stories until the fire burned low. Which event happened immediately after the campers collected firewood?

Read the sentences. The reporter described the politician as stubborn, while a supporter described the same trait as determined. Which best explains the difference between the words stubborn and determined?

A passage about a city's recycling program is accompanied by a bar graph showing recycling rates rising each year from 2020 to 2024. How does the graph best support the passage?

Read the paragraph. Regular sleep offers many benefits for students. It improves memory and helps the brain process new information. It also boosts mood and lowers stress. Students who sleep well tend to perform better on tests. Which sentence is the topic sentence?

Read the passage. The school day should start later. Studies show that teenagers naturally fall asleep later at night, so early start times leave them tired. Later start times have been linked to better attendance and higher grades. Which sentence states the author's main argument?

Read the passage. The author claims that the new park has improved the neighborhood. To support this, the author writes that crime reports in the area dropped by 20 percent and that property values rose after the park opened. How does the author support the claim?

Read the sentence. When the manager said the project was on thin ice, the team understood they needed to improve quickly. As used in the sentence, the phrase on thin ice most nearly means which of the following?