ATI TEAS Version 7 Reading Mixed Questions

 ATI TEAS Version 7 Reading Mixed Questions 

Questions 1–5: Passage – Honeybee Communication

Honeybees communicate the location of food sources through a complex dance known as the “waggle dance.” Foraging bees return to the hive and perform this figure-eight movement on the vertical comb. The angle of the dance relative to gravity indicates the direction of the food source in relation to the sun, and the duration of the waggle phase indicates distance. This discovery by Karl von Frisch earned him the Nobel Prize in 1973.

1. What is the main purpose of this passage?
A. To argue that bees are more intelligent than other insects
B. To describe how honeybees communicate food locations
C. To criticize Karl von Frisch’s research methods
D. To explain how to perform a waggle dance

2. According to the passage, what does the angle of the dance indicate?
A. The type of flower
B. The distance to food
C. The direction to food
D. The quality of nectar

3. The word “duration” in the passage most nearly means:
A. Speed
B. Length of time
C. Repetition
D. Intensity

4. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Honeybees only communicate through dancing.
B. Karl von Frisch received a Nobel Prize for his discovery.
C. The waggle dance is performed horizontally.
D. Distance information is shown by the dance angle.

5. Based on the passage, which statement is true?
A. All insects perform waggle dances.
B. The waggle dance has no connection to the sun.
C. The dance helps bees locate food efficiently.
D. Karl von Frisch discovered bee navigation in 2000.

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Questions 6–10: Passage – Clinical Trials

Clinical trials are research studies performed on human volunteers to evaluate medical, surgical, or behavioral interventions. They are the primary method researchers use to determine whether a new treatment, drug, or device is safe and effective. Phase I trials test safety and dosage in a small group of 20–80 people. Phase II trials assess efficacy and side effects in 100–300 participants. Phase III trials involve 1,000–3,000 patients to confirm effectiveness and monitor adverse reactions. Phase IV occurs after public release to gather long-term data.

6. What is the author’s primary purpose in this passage?
A. To persuade readers to join clinical trials
B. To explain the phases of clinical trials
C. To compare clinical trials to animal testing
D. To criticize the length of Phase III trials

7. According to the passage, which phase occurs after a treatment is available to the public?
A. Phase I
B. Phase II
C. Phase III
D. Phase IV

8. Which of the following is an example of information NOT provided in the passage?
A. Sample sizes for Phase II trials
B. Definition of clinical trials
C. Approval process by the FDA
D. Purpose of Phase I trials

9. The word “efficacy” in the passage most closely means:
A. Danger
B. Cost
C. Effectiveness
D. Popularity

10. Which of the following conclusions is supported by the passage?
A. All clinical trials are completely safe.
B. Phase III trials involve the largest number of participants among early phases.
C. Phase I trials include thousands of volunteers.
D. Phase IV trials happen before public release.

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Questions 11–15: Passage – Instructions for Wound Dressing

To apply a sterile wound dressing: First, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Second, put on clean medical gloves. Third, clean the wound with normal saline or sterile water using sterile gauze. Fourth, apply an antibiotic ointment if prescribed. Fifth, place a sterile gauze pad over the wound. Sixth, secure the pad with medical tape or a roller bandage. Finally, dispose of used gloves and materials in a biohazard bag. Change the dressing daily or whenever it becomes wet or dirty.

11. What is the first step in applying a sterile dressing according to the passage?
A. Apply antibiotic ointment
B. Put on medical gloves
C. Wash hands with soap and water
D. Place a gauze pad over the wound

12. The intended audience for this passage is most likely:
A. Surgeons in an operating room
B. A layperson or healthcare trainee providing wound care
C. Pharmaceutical company executives
D. Children learning first aid

13. Which of the following would NOT be appropriate based on the instructions?
A. Changing the dressing every two days
B. Disposing gloves in a biohazard bag
C. Reusing the same gauze pad twice
D. Cleaning the wound with normal saline

14. The word “secure” in step 6 most nearly means:
A. Buy
B. Obtain
C. Fasten
D. Clean

15. What can be inferred about dressings that become wet?
A. They should be left in place to dry.
B. They must be changed immediately.
C. They are more effective when wet.
D. They require extra tape.

 

Questions 31–35: Passage – Narrative: The Old Key

Elena found the old brass key in her grandmother’s attic. It was tarnished but heavy. She remembered her grandmother saying, “Some locks open memories, not doors.” For years, Elena kept the key in a drawer. After her grandmother passed away, she returned to the attic and discovered a small wooden chest hidden behind a loose brick. The key fit perfectly. Inside were letters from the 1940s and a faded photograph of a man in uniform – her grandfather she had never met.

31. What is the genre of this passage?
A. Technical manual
B. Persuasive essay
C. Narrative
D. Scientific report

32. What did Elena find inside the chest?
A. Jewelry and gold
B. Letters and a photograph
C. Another key
D. Her grandmother’s will

33. The grandmother’s statement “Some locks open memories, not doors” is an example of:
A. Literal language
B. A metaphor
C. A statistical fact
D. An instruction

34. Which of the following can be inferred about Elena’s grandfather?
A. He was a famous politician.
B. Elena never met him.
C. He hid the chest himself.
D. He was still alive.

35. Why did Elena return to the attic after her grandmother’s death?
A. To clean the attic
B. To find the wooden chest
C. To sell the house
D. To discard the key

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Questions 36–40: Passage – Medication Label (technical/informational)

Take one tablet by mouth every 8 hours as needed for pain. Do not exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours. Swallow whole – do not crush or chew. For patients over 65 years of age, take one tablet every 12 hours. Common side effects include drowsiness and dry mouth. Avoid operating heavy machinery. Store at room temperature away from moisture. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose. Do not double the dose. Discontinue use and contact your doctor if you experience difficulty breathing or swelling of the face.

36. What is the maximum number of tablets for a 30-year-old in 24 hours?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

37. A 70-year-old patient should take the medication:
A. Every 8 hours
B. Every 12 hours
C. Every 6 hours
D. Once daily

38. Which of the following is NOT a side effect mentioned?
A. Drowsiness
B. Dry mouth
C. Nausea
D. Both A and B are mentioned

39. The instruction “Do not double the dose” implies:
A. Skip the next dose entirely
B. Take two tablets at once if you missed one
C. Never take two tablets to make up for a missed dose
D. Take double only if pain is severe

40. A patient should stop taking this medication and contact a doctor if they experience:
A. Dry mouth
B. Drowsiness
C. Swelling of the face
D. Mild headache

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Questions 41–45: Passage – Social Media and Teen Mental Health

A 2022 meta-analysis reviewed 50 studies involving over 200,000 adolescents. The findings suggested a small but significant correlation between heavy social media use (more than 3 hours per day) and increased rates of anxiety and depression. However, the authors noted that correlation does not equal causation. Factors such as pre-existing mental health conditions, home environment, and offline social support may confound the relationship. Some studies within the review also found positive effects, including social connection for marginalized youth. The authors recommend limiting screen time while acknowledging that not all social media use is harmful.

41. The main purpose of this passage is to:
A. Claim that social media is entirely dangerous
B. Describe the complex relationship between social media and teen mental health
C. Promote the use of social media for all teens
D. Ignore pre-existing conditions

42. According to the passage, heavy social media use is defined as:
A. 1 hour per day
B. More than 3 hours per day
C. 30 minutes per week
D. Only on weekends

43. The phrase “correlation does not equal causation” means:
A. Social media definitely causes depression
B. Two things happening together does not prove one caused the other
C. All correlations are meaningless
D. Causation is easier to prove than correlation

44. Which positive effect of social media is mentioned in the passage?
A. Improved grades
B. Better sleep
C. Social connection for marginalized youth
D. Increased physical activity

45. Based on the passage, what do the authors recommend?
A. Ban social media for all teens
B. Increase screen time to 5 hours
C. Limit screen time but recognize not all use is harmful
D. Ignore all research on social media

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Questions 46–50: Passage – How to Read a Food Label (technical)

The Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods contains several key sections. Serving size is listed first; all subsequent numbers refer to one serving. Calories indicate energy provided per serving. Total fat includes saturated and trans fats; limit these. Sodium is listed in milligrams; high intake increases blood pressure risk. The % Daily Value (%DV) shows how much a nutrient contributes to a 2,000-calorie daily diet. A %DV of 5% or less is low; 20% or more is high. Carbohydrates include dietary fiber (aim for high) and added sugars (limit). Protein %DV is not required unless a claim is made about it.

46. According to the passage, what does the %DV of 5% or less indicate?
A. High nutrient content
B. Low nutrient content
C. The product is organic
D. The serving size is incorrect

47. Which nutrient does the passage suggest should be limited?
A. Dietary fiber
B. Added sugars
C. Protein
D. Vitamins

48. The %DV is based on a daily diet of how many calories?
A. 1,500
B. 2,000
C. 2,500
D. 3,000

49. Which of the following is NOT required on a standard label according to the passage?
A. Total fat
B. Sodium
C. Protein %DV (without a claim)
D. Serving size

50. A food with 25% DV for fiber would be considered:
A. Low in fiber
B. High in fiber
C. A poor source of fiber
D. Irrelevant to health

50 ATI TEAS Reading questions (with short reasons for each correct answer), formatted exactly as requested:

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Questions 1–5: Honeybee Communication

B. To describe how honeybees communicate food locations
Reason: The passage explains the waggle dance and its function, not opinions or unrelated topics.

C. The direction to food
Reason: The passage states: “The angle of the dance … indicates the direction of the food source.”

B. Length of time
Reason: “Duration” refers to how long something lasts; the passage links it to distance.

B. Karl von Frisch received a Nobel Prize for his discovery
Reason: Explicitly stated in the last sentence.

C. The dance helps bees locate food efficiently
Reason: The passage explains how the dance communicates location, implying efficiency.

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Questions 6–10: Clinical Trials

B. To explain the phases of clinical trials
Reason: The passage describes Phases I–IV without persuasion or criticism.

D. Phase IV
Reason: The passage says Phase IV occurs “after public release.”

C. Approval process by the FDA
Reason: The FDA is not mentioned at all in the passage.

C. Effectiveness
Reason: “Efficacy” means the ability to produce a desired result.

B. Phase III trials involve the largest number of participants among early phases
Reason: Phase III has 1,000–3,000 participants, more than earlier phases.

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Questions 11–15: Wound Dressing Instructions

C. Wash hands with soap and water
Reason: The first step listed is washing hands thoroughly.

B. A layperson or healthcare trainee providing wound care
Reason: The instructions are simple and educational, not surgical-level.

C. Reusing the same gauze pad twice
Reason: Sterile gauze implies single use; reuse would cause contamination.

C. Fasten
Reason: “Secure the pad” means to attach or fasten it.

B. They must be changed immediately
Reason: The passage says change whenever it becomes wet or dirty.

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Questions 16–20: Benefits of Bilingualism

B. Speaking two languages has measurable cognitive advantages
Reason: The passage focuses on cognitive benefits like executive function.

C. Attention control
Reason: Listed directly as an improved cognitive function.

A. Stop using the irrelevant language
Reason: “Suppress” means inhibiting the non-target language.

C. Age of language acquisition
Reason: The passage mentions age of acquisition as a factor.

C. Bilingualism may protect against some age-related cognitive decline
Reason: Delay in dementia suggests protective effect.

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Questions 21–25: Florence Nightingale

B. Describe Florence Nightingale’s contributions to nursing
Reason: The passage focuses on her achievements and reforms.

C. Poor sanitation
Reason: She identified sanitation as the main cause of deaths.

B. Terrible
Reason: “Horrendous” means extremely bad.

A. Nightingale’s interventions were highly effective
Reason: Mortality dropped from 42% to 2%.

C. Establishing a nursing school
Reason: Explicitly stated in the passage.

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Questions 26–30: Comparing Two Products

C. Product X is better despite costing more
Reason: The passage clearly states Product X is superior.

B. Users report 30% symptom reduction
Reason: Only direct effectiveness evidence provided.

C. Lacks scientific evidence for its effectiveness
Reason: Product Y has no clinical data.

B. The initial purchase price
Reason: “Upfront cost” refers to starting cost.

C. It is packaged in recycled materials
Reason: Clearly stated as a fact.

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Questions 31–35: The Old Key

C. Narrative
Reason: It tells a story with characters and events.

B. Letters and a photograph
Reason: Found inside the chest.

B. A metaphor
Reason: “Locks open memories” is figurative language.

B. Elena never met him
Reason: Grandfather is described as someone she never met.

B. To find the wooden chest
Reason: She returned after her grandmother’s death and discovered it.

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Questions 36–40: Medication Label

C. 3
Reason: Maximum limit is clearly stated as 3 tablets per 24 hours.

B. Every 12 hours
Reason: Special instruction for patients over 65.

C. Nausea
Reason: Not mentioned among side effects.

C. Never take two tablets to make up for a missed dose
Reason: “Do not double the dose” means no compensation doubling.

C. Swelling of the face
Reason: Indicates serious allergic reaction requiring medical attention.

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Questions 41–45: Social Media and Teen Mental Health

B. Describe the complex relationship between social media and teen mental health
Reason: The passage shows both risks and benefits.

B. More than 3 hours per day
Reason: Defined as heavy usage.

B. Two things happening together does not prove one caused the other
Reason: Standard meaning of correlation vs causation.

C. Social connection for marginalized youth
Reason: Directly mentioned as a positive effect.

C. Limit screen time but recognize not all use is harmful
Reason: Stated recommendation in the passage.

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Questions 46–50: How to Read a Food Label

B. Low nutrient content
Reason: 5% DV or less indicates low level.

B. Added sugars
Reason: Passage explicitly says limit added sugars.

B. 2,000
Reason: DV is based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

C. Protein %DV (without a claim)
Reason: Not required unless a claim is made.

B. High in fiber
Reason: 25% DV exceeds 20%, which is considered high.