Reading Practice Questions
The following 80 multiple-choice questions are designed to help you prepare for
the Reading section of the ATI TEAS 7 exam. Each question has four answer
choices (A–D), with only one correct answer. The questions cover Key Ideas and
Details, Craft and Structure, and Integration of Knowledge and Ideas, aligned
with the 2025 TEAS objectives.
Key Ideas and Details (32 Questions)
1. Passage: The pancreas produces insulin, which regulates blood sugar by
enabling glucose to enter cells. Insufficient insulin leads to high blood sugar
levels. What is the primary function of insulin described in the passage?
A. To produce glucose
B. To regulate blood sugar
C. To break down sugar
D. To store energy
2. Passage: Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross in 1881, focusing
on disaster relief and wartime aid. What was Clara Barton’s main contri-
bution mentioned in the passage?
A. Developing medical treatments
B. Founding the American Red Cross
C. Training nurses
D. Inventing surgical tools
3. Passage: Handwashing with soap removes germs, reducing the risk of in-
fections like the flu. Proper technique involves scrubbing for at least 20
seconds. What reduces the risk of infections according to the passage?
A. Using hand sanitizer
B. Handwashing with soap
C. Wearing gloves
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, D. Avoiding contact
4. Passage: The circulatory system transports oxygen and nutrients via blood
vessels. The arteries carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart. What
do arteries do in the circulatory system?
A. Carry oxygen-poor blood
B. Carry oxygen-rich blood
C. Filter blood
D. Store nutrients
5. Passage: The U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1788, established the framework
for the federal government, including three branches. What was the main
purpose of the U.S. Constitution?
A. To declare independence
B. To establish a government framework
C. To abolish slavery
D. To regulate trade
6. Passage: Cellular respiration converts glucose into energy in the mitochon-
dria, producing ATP for cellular functions. What is produced during cellu-
lar respiration?
A. Oxygen
B. ATP
C. Carbon dioxide
D. Glucose
7. Passage: The patient reported chest pain and shortness of breath, leading
to a diagnosis of angina. What symptoms did the patient report?
A. Fever and cough
B. Chest pain and shortness of breath
C. Nausea and dizziness
D. Fatigue and headache
8. Passage: The Pyramids of Giza, built around 2600 BCE, served as tombs
for Egyptian pharaohs and symbolized their power. What was the primary
purpose of the Pyramids of Giza?
A. To serve as tombs
B. To store grain
C. To host ceremonies
D. To defend against invaders
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, 9. Passage: The stomach breaks down food using gastric juices, preparing
it for nutrient absorption in the small intestine. What prepares food for
nutrient absorption?
A. Small intestine
B. Gastric juices
C. Esophagus
D. Large intestine
10. Passage: The French Revolution (1789–1799) led to the overthrow of the
monarchy and inspired democratic reforms. What was a key outcome of
the French Revolution?
A. Establishment of a monarchy
B. Overthrow of the monarchy
C. Economic stability
D. Colonial expansion
11. Passage: Sterilization of medical tools prevents infections by eliminating
bacteria and viruses. What is the purpose of sterilizing medical tools?
A. To sharpen tools
B. To prevent infections
C. To improve tool durability
D. To reduce costs
12. Passage: The patient’s temperature was 101°F, indicating a fever. The nurse
administered medication to reduce it. What condition was indicated by the
patient’s temperature?
A. Hypothermia
B. Fever
C. Dehydration
D. Hypertension
13. Passage: Wetlands filter pollutants from water and provide habitats for
wildlife, but they are threatened by urban development. What is a function
of wetlands mentioned in the passage?
A. To filter pollutants
B. To generate energy
C. To store minerals
D. To prevent flooding
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