ATI TEAS Mastery: 100 Practice Questions with Explanations – Volume 2
(Questions 1–100)
Description:
This is Volume 2 of a comprehensive 10-volume series designed to help nursing and allied health students
master the ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills). Each volume contains 100 rigorously developed,
unique practice questions aligned with the official TEAS 7 blueprint. This volume reinforces core concepts
in Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage with detailed explanations to deepen
understanding. Ideal for daily review, test prep, or classroom instruction.
� Section 1: Reading (Questions 1–25)
1. What is the primary purpose of a conclusion in a passage?
A) To introduce new information
B) To summarize key points and restate the main idea
C) To list all references used
D) To ask questions of the reader
Answer: B) To summarize key points and restate the main idea
Explanation: A conclusion wraps up the passage by reinforcing the central message without introducing
new details.
2. A writer states, “The data clearly shows a sharp increase in temperatures over the past decade.” What
is the tone of this sentence?
A) Humorous
B) Skeptical
C) Authoritative
D) Nostalgic
Answer: C) Authoritative
Explanation: The use of “clearly shows” and factual language conveys confidence and authority.
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,3. Which of the following best describes a “main idea”?
A) A minor detail in the passage
B) The most important point the author wants to convey
C) The title of the article
D) A quote from a scientist
Answer: B) The most important point the author wants to convey
Explanation: The main idea is the central message or focus of a paragraph or passage.
4. What is the function of a glossary in a textbook?
A) To list all the authors cited
B) To provide definitions of key terms
C) To summarize each chapter
D) To show the book’s structure
Answer: B) To provide definitions of key terms
Explanation: A glossary is an alphabetical list of definitions for specialized or difficult words.
5. A passage begins: “Have you ever wondered why leaves change color in the fall?” What is the author’s
likely purpose?
A) To persuade
B) To entertain
C) To inform
D) To engage curiosity
Answer: D) To engage curiosity
Explanation: The rhetorical question is designed to draw the reader in and spark interest.
6. In a scientific article, what section describes the procedures used in the study?
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,A) Results
B) Discussion
C) Methods
D) Abstract
Answer: C) Methods
Explanation: The methods section details how the research was conducted.
7. What does the prefix “anti-” mean?
A) Before
B) Against
C) After
D) Between
Answer: B) Against
Explanation: “Anti-” means opposition, as in “antibiotic” (against life) or “antiviral.”
8. A student reads: “The committee’s decision was arbitrary.” What does “arbitrary” most likely mean?
A) Well-reasoned
B) Random or without clear reason
C) Popular
D) Legal
Answer: B) Random or without clear reason
Explanation: “Arbitrary” refers to decisions made without logic or system.
9. Which of the following is a secondary source?
A) A diary entry from a Civil War soldier
B) A photograph of a historic event
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, C) A textbook summarizing the Civil War
D) A speech by President Lincoln
Answer: C) A textbook summarizing the Civil War
Explanation: Secondary sources interpret or analyze primary sources.
10. A paragraph lists steps for performing CPR. What text structure is used?
A) Cause and effect
B) Sequence/Process
C) Compare and contrast
D) Problem and solution
Answer: B) Sequence/Process
Explanation: Step-by-step instructions follow a chronological or process structure.
11. What is the author’s purpose in a passage that argues for more funding for public schools?
A) To entertain
B) To inform
C) To persuade
D) To describe
Answer: C) To persuade
Explanation: The author presents arguments to convince the reader of a position.
12. Which signal word indicates contrast?
A) Therefore
B) Because
C) However
D) Also
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(Questions 1–100)
Description:
This is Volume 2 of a comprehensive 10-volume series designed to help nursing and allied health students
master the ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills). Each volume contains 100 rigorously developed,
unique practice questions aligned with the official TEAS 7 blueprint. This volume reinforces core concepts
in Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage with detailed explanations to deepen
understanding. Ideal for daily review, test prep, or classroom instruction.
� Section 1: Reading (Questions 1–25)
1. What is the primary purpose of a conclusion in a passage?
A) To introduce new information
B) To summarize key points and restate the main idea
C) To list all references used
D) To ask questions of the reader
Answer: B) To summarize key points and restate the main idea
Explanation: A conclusion wraps up the passage by reinforcing the central message without introducing
new details.
2. A writer states, “The data clearly shows a sharp increase in temperatures over the past decade.” What
is the tone of this sentence?
A) Humorous
B) Skeptical
C) Authoritative
D) Nostalgic
Answer: C) Authoritative
Explanation: The use of “clearly shows” and factual language conveys confidence and authority.
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,3. Which of the following best describes a “main idea”?
A) A minor detail in the passage
B) The most important point the author wants to convey
C) The title of the article
D) A quote from a scientist
Answer: B) The most important point the author wants to convey
Explanation: The main idea is the central message or focus of a paragraph or passage.
4. What is the function of a glossary in a textbook?
A) To list all the authors cited
B) To provide definitions of key terms
C) To summarize each chapter
D) To show the book’s structure
Answer: B) To provide definitions of key terms
Explanation: A glossary is an alphabetical list of definitions for specialized or difficult words.
5. A passage begins: “Have you ever wondered why leaves change color in the fall?” What is the author’s
likely purpose?
A) To persuade
B) To entertain
C) To inform
D) To engage curiosity
Answer: D) To engage curiosity
Explanation: The rhetorical question is designed to draw the reader in and spark interest.
6. In a scientific article, what section describes the procedures used in the study?
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,A) Results
B) Discussion
C) Methods
D) Abstract
Answer: C) Methods
Explanation: The methods section details how the research was conducted.
7. What does the prefix “anti-” mean?
A) Before
B) Against
C) After
D) Between
Answer: B) Against
Explanation: “Anti-” means opposition, as in “antibiotic” (against life) or “antiviral.”
8. A student reads: “The committee’s decision was arbitrary.” What does “arbitrary” most likely mean?
A) Well-reasoned
B) Random or without clear reason
C) Popular
D) Legal
Answer: B) Random or without clear reason
Explanation: “Arbitrary” refers to decisions made without logic or system.
9. Which of the following is a secondary source?
A) A diary entry from a Civil War soldier
B) A photograph of a historic event
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, C) A textbook summarizing the Civil War
D) A speech by President Lincoln
Answer: C) A textbook summarizing the Civil War
Explanation: Secondary sources interpret or analyze primary sources.
10. A paragraph lists steps for performing CPR. What text structure is used?
A) Cause and effect
B) Sequence/Process
C) Compare and contrast
D) Problem and solution
Answer: B) Sequence/Process
Explanation: Step-by-step instructions follow a chronological or process structure.
11. What is the author’s purpose in a passage that argues for more funding for public schools?
A) To entertain
B) To inform
C) To persuade
D) To describe
Answer: C) To persuade
Explanation: The author presents arguments to convince the reader of a position.
12. Which signal word indicates contrast?
A) Therefore
B) Because
C) However
D) Also
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