ATI TEAS 7
Practice Exam 2026
Questions with answer key
Subject Area Questions Per Version
Reading 15
Mathematics 13
Science 13
English and Language Usage 9
Total 50
This practice exam is designed to help you prepare for the ATI TEAS 7 (Test of
Essential Academic Skills). It covers the four core subject areas tested on the actual
exam. Each version contains a unique set of questions at mixed difficulty levels
(easy, medium, and hard) to closely mirror the real testing experience. Answer keys
with detailed explanations are provided at the end of each version to support your
study and review.
ATI TEAS 7 Practice Exam - Version A
Instructions: Read each question carefully and select the best answer. Each
question has exactly one correct answer. There is no penalty for guessing.
Page 1
,Section: Reading (15 Questions)
1. Which of the following best describes the main idea of a passage?
A. The most interesting detail in the text
B. The central point the author wants to convey
C. The first sentence of every paragraph
D. A summary of the concluding paragraph
2. Read the following sentence: 'Despite the heavy rain, the outdoor concert
proceeded as scheduled, and the band delivered an electrifying performance.' What
is the purpose of the word 'despite' in this sentence?
A. To indicate cause
B. To show contrast or concession
C. To suggest similarity
D. To indicate time sequence
3. When reading a persuasive essay, which of the following would most likely indicate
the author's bias?
A. Use of statistical data from peer-reviewed studies
B. Inclusion of counterarguments with respectful rebuttals
C. Emotional language and one-sided presentation of evidence
D. Citation of multiple credible sources
4. A passage describes the process of photosynthesis. Which text structure is primarily
being used?
A. Cause and effect
B. Compare and contrast
C. Chronological order
D. Problem and solution
5. Which
of the following is the best definition of 'inference' as it relates to reading
comprehension?
A. Stating exactly what the text says word for word
B. Drawing a logical conclusion based on evidence and prior knowledge
C. Identifying the figurative language used by the author
D. Summarizing the key points of a paragraph
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,6. Read the passage: 'The ancient library of Alexandria was not merely a repository
of scrolls; it was a vibrant intellectual hub where scholars from across the
Mediterranean world gathered to debate, translate, and expand the boundaries of
human knowledge.' What does the word 'repository' most likely mean in this
context?
A. A place where things are stored or preserved
B. A method of organizing information
C. A type of ancient government building
D. A system of classification for books
7. Which of the following sentences contains an example of figurative language?
A. The water boils at 100 degrees Celsius at sea level.
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, B. The conference will be held on March 15 in Room 204.
C. The old house groaned and sighed as the wind howled through its broken
windows.
D. Students must complete all assignments by the designated deadline.
8. Whenevaluating the credibility of a source, which of the following is the MOST
important factor to consider?
A. The length of the article or document
B. The author's qualifications and the publication's reputation
C. Whether the source uses formal language
D. The number of advertisements on the website
9. What is the primary difference between a primary source and a secondary source?
A. Primary sources are always more reliable than secondary sources.
B. Primary sources are created by people who directly experienced or
witnessed events, while secondary sources analyze or interpret primary
sources.
C. Primary sources are found only in libraries, while secondary sources are available
online.
D. Primary sources are written for experts, while secondary sources are written for
the general public.
10. Read the following topic sentence: 'While urban living offers numerous
conveniences, it also presents significant challenges related to mental health.' Which
of the following supporting details would be MOST relevant to this topic sentence?
A. A descriptionof the types of restaurants available in cities
B. Research showing higher rates of anxiety and depression among urban
residents compared to rural populations
C. A history of how cities were founded and grew over time
D. A list of public transportation options in major metropolitan areas
11. Which of the following best describes the text structure used when an author
explains how two similar medical treatments differ in their approach and
effectiveness?
A. Sequence
B. Compare and contrast
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Practice Exam 2026
Questions with answer key
Subject Area Questions Per Version
Reading 15
Mathematics 13
Science 13
English and Language Usage 9
Total 50
This practice exam is designed to help you prepare for the ATI TEAS 7 (Test of
Essential Academic Skills). It covers the four core subject areas tested on the actual
exam. Each version contains a unique set of questions at mixed difficulty levels
(easy, medium, and hard) to closely mirror the real testing experience. Answer keys
with detailed explanations are provided at the end of each version to support your
study and review.
ATI TEAS 7 Practice Exam - Version A
Instructions: Read each question carefully and select the best answer. Each
question has exactly one correct answer. There is no penalty for guessing.
Page 1
,Section: Reading (15 Questions)
1. Which of the following best describes the main idea of a passage?
A. The most interesting detail in the text
B. The central point the author wants to convey
C. The first sentence of every paragraph
D. A summary of the concluding paragraph
2. Read the following sentence: 'Despite the heavy rain, the outdoor concert
proceeded as scheduled, and the band delivered an electrifying performance.' What
is the purpose of the word 'despite' in this sentence?
A. To indicate cause
B. To show contrast or concession
C. To suggest similarity
D. To indicate time sequence
3. When reading a persuasive essay, which of the following would most likely indicate
the author's bias?
A. Use of statistical data from peer-reviewed studies
B. Inclusion of counterarguments with respectful rebuttals
C. Emotional language and one-sided presentation of evidence
D. Citation of multiple credible sources
4. A passage describes the process of photosynthesis. Which text structure is primarily
being used?
A. Cause and effect
B. Compare and contrast
C. Chronological order
D. Problem and solution
5. Which
of the following is the best definition of 'inference' as it relates to reading
comprehension?
A. Stating exactly what the text says word for word
B. Drawing a logical conclusion based on evidence and prior knowledge
C. Identifying the figurative language used by the author
D. Summarizing the key points of a paragraph
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,6. Read the passage: 'The ancient library of Alexandria was not merely a repository
of scrolls; it was a vibrant intellectual hub where scholars from across the
Mediterranean world gathered to debate, translate, and expand the boundaries of
human knowledge.' What does the word 'repository' most likely mean in this
context?
A. A place where things are stored or preserved
B. A method of organizing information
C. A type of ancient government building
D. A system of classification for books
7. Which of the following sentences contains an example of figurative language?
A. The water boils at 100 degrees Celsius at sea level.
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, B. The conference will be held on March 15 in Room 204.
C. The old house groaned and sighed as the wind howled through its broken
windows.
D. Students must complete all assignments by the designated deadline.
8. Whenevaluating the credibility of a source, which of the following is the MOST
important factor to consider?
A. The length of the article or document
B. The author's qualifications and the publication's reputation
C. Whether the source uses formal language
D. The number of advertisements on the website
9. What is the primary difference between a primary source and a secondary source?
A. Primary sources are always more reliable than secondary sources.
B. Primary sources are created by people who directly experienced or
witnessed events, while secondary sources analyze or interpret primary
sources.
C. Primary sources are found only in libraries, while secondary sources are available
online.
D. Primary sources are written for experts, while secondary sources are written for
the general public.
10. Read the following topic sentence: 'While urban living offers numerous
conveniences, it also presents significant challenges related to mental health.' Which
of the following supporting details would be MOST relevant to this topic sentence?
A. A descriptionof the types of restaurants available in cities
B. Research showing higher rates of anxiety and depression among urban
residents compared to rural populations
C. A history of how cities were founded and grew over time
D. A list of public transportation options in major metropolitan areas
11. Which of the following best describes the text structure used when an author
explains how two similar medical treatments differ in their approach and
effectiveness?
A. Sequence
B. Compare and contrast
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