TEAS Reading Section Test Prep with
Complete Solutions
What is a summary and what does a summary omit? - ANS-A summary is an accurate
definition of main idea(s) of a text and only needs to include significant details or
arguments. Summaries are often difficult to read because they omit graceful language,
digressions, and asides.
What is the difference between a topic and a main idea(s)? - ANS-A topic is the subject
of a text (what the text is about). A main idea is the most important point being made by
the author/writer.
How long is a topic? - ANS-usually expressed in a few words at most
How long is a main idea? - ANS-often expressed in a full sentence
What are supporting details (A.K.A. key points)? - ANS-provide evidence and backing
for the main point in order to show the point is valid or accurate. Supporting details are
mostly found in informative and persuasive texts. Usually indicated by "for example" or
"for instance".
What benefit do topic sentences provide for the reader?
A) They organize a text into headings and subheadings
B) They prepare the reader to receive info by providing the main idea
C) They convince the reader with detailed evidence
D) They give the reader a call to action based on the supporting evidence - ANS-B)
They prepare the reader to receive info by providing the main idea
What is implied by the following scenario?
"I hurried as fast as I could to class, only to find the test had already started when I
arrived"
A) I am in the wrong class
B) I stayed up late and slept past my alarm
C) I am late for class
D) The test is too hard - ANS-C) I am late for class
Which type of tool is typically used for measuring trends over time?
line graph
bar graph
pie chart
, flow chart - ANS-A line graph
What is the difference between fact and opinion? - ANS-Fact is subjected to analysis
and can be proved or disproved. Opinion is based on author's personal thoughts or
feelings where no evidence is required.
How might an opinion be indicated through a text? - ANS-With words like "feel",
"believe", and "think"
T/F: An opinion may be supported by facts. - ANS-True
What is the point of view? - ANS-perspective from which a passage is told. A writer will
always have a point of view or topic before they begin planning a composition.
What is first person point of view? - ANS-lets narrators express their inner feelings and
thoughts. Generally used for narratives, fiction, personal correspondence, and informal
writing.
What is second person point of view? - ANS-Allows the writer to address the reader or
audience. It is characterized by the use of pronouns that directly address the audience.
What is third person point of view? - ANS-does not reference the writer or the writer's
audience. Uses pronouns like he, she, and they. Focuses on the meaning of a text and
does not share the author's personal thoughts or opinions.
What is tone? - ANS-defined as the writer's attitude toward a subject or audience as it is
reflected in use of language such as word choice. It is similar to mood.
How can tone help point out the author's bias? - ANS-Tone often reflects the author's
attitude or opinion towards a topic so this can result in the reader understanding the
writer's biases towards that topic, whether they be negative or positive biases.
What is a bias? - ANS-when an author ignores reasonable counterarguments or distort
opposing view points. A bias can be evident when an author is purposefully or grossly
unfair or inaccurate.
What is a stereotype? - ANS-like a bias, it is a generalization. They are applied
specifically to a group or place.They also typically apply negative generalizations
towards people and are not favored in reading.
How does one identify the definition of a word from its context? - ANS-Define the word
based on the words around it and the way it is use din a sentence. Sometimes words
can be defined by what they are not.
Why is word choice important? - ANS-It can show a writer's signature or style as well as
showing the tone or mood of a text.
Complete Solutions
What is a summary and what does a summary omit? - ANS-A summary is an accurate
definition of main idea(s) of a text and only needs to include significant details or
arguments. Summaries are often difficult to read because they omit graceful language,
digressions, and asides.
What is the difference between a topic and a main idea(s)? - ANS-A topic is the subject
of a text (what the text is about). A main idea is the most important point being made by
the author/writer.
How long is a topic? - ANS-usually expressed in a few words at most
How long is a main idea? - ANS-often expressed in a full sentence
What are supporting details (A.K.A. key points)? - ANS-provide evidence and backing
for the main point in order to show the point is valid or accurate. Supporting details are
mostly found in informative and persuasive texts. Usually indicated by "for example" or
"for instance".
What benefit do topic sentences provide for the reader?
A) They organize a text into headings and subheadings
B) They prepare the reader to receive info by providing the main idea
C) They convince the reader with detailed evidence
D) They give the reader a call to action based on the supporting evidence - ANS-B)
They prepare the reader to receive info by providing the main idea
What is implied by the following scenario?
"I hurried as fast as I could to class, only to find the test had already started when I
arrived"
A) I am in the wrong class
B) I stayed up late and slept past my alarm
C) I am late for class
D) The test is too hard - ANS-C) I am late for class
Which type of tool is typically used for measuring trends over time?
line graph
bar graph
pie chart
, flow chart - ANS-A line graph
What is the difference between fact and opinion? - ANS-Fact is subjected to analysis
and can be proved or disproved. Opinion is based on author's personal thoughts or
feelings where no evidence is required.
How might an opinion be indicated through a text? - ANS-With words like "feel",
"believe", and "think"
T/F: An opinion may be supported by facts. - ANS-True
What is the point of view? - ANS-perspective from which a passage is told. A writer will
always have a point of view or topic before they begin planning a composition.
What is first person point of view? - ANS-lets narrators express their inner feelings and
thoughts. Generally used for narratives, fiction, personal correspondence, and informal
writing.
What is second person point of view? - ANS-Allows the writer to address the reader or
audience. It is characterized by the use of pronouns that directly address the audience.
What is third person point of view? - ANS-does not reference the writer or the writer's
audience. Uses pronouns like he, she, and they. Focuses on the meaning of a text and
does not share the author's personal thoughts or opinions.
What is tone? - ANS-defined as the writer's attitude toward a subject or audience as it is
reflected in use of language such as word choice. It is similar to mood.
How can tone help point out the author's bias? - ANS-Tone often reflects the author's
attitude or opinion towards a topic so this can result in the reader understanding the
writer's biases towards that topic, whether they be negative or positive biases.
What is a bias? - ANS-when an author ignores reasonable counterarguments or distort
opposing view points. A bias can be evident when an author is purposefully or grossly
unfair or inaccurate.
What is a stereotype? - ANS-like a bias, it is a generalization. They are applied
specifically to a group or place.They also typically apply negative generalizations
towards people and are not favored in reading.
How does one identify the definition of a word from its context? - ANS-Define the word
based on the words around it and the way it is use din a sentence. Sometimes words
can be defined by what they are not.
Why is word choice important? - ANS-It can show a writer's signature or style as well as
showing the tone or mood of a text.
