ATI TEAS Version 7 - Reading

The passage explains that Grace initially feels uneasy about joining a school project. Midway through the novel, she learns how her grandmother formed friendships through a similar experience, which inspires her to participate. Therefore, the chronological sequence begins with her hesitation, followed by hearing her grandmother’s story, and ends with her decision to join the project.

The detail about Edward Teach beginning a comic series about British history is irrelevant to the book review because it does not describe or evaluate Pirates: A Swashbuckling History. It gives unrelated background information about the illustrator’s personal career instead of contributing to the reviewer’s assessment of the book’s content or quality.

Correct Answer:

The National Museum of African American History and Culture

Explanation:

The National Museum of African American History and Culture is a highly relevant source for learning more about Bessie Coleman, as it focuses specifically on the achievements, struggles, and history of African Americans, including significant figures in aviation. As the first Black woman to hold a pilot’s license and a trailblazer in her field, Bessie Coleman would likely be featured in such a museum's exhibits or archives.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

A documentary film on female pilots in World War I

This is too narrow and misaligned with Bessie Coleman's story. She was not a military pilot and did not serve in WWI. The documentary would likely focus on combat-related aviation, which excludes her civilian achievements.

A biography of the Wright Brothers, Orville and Wilbur

While they are foundational figures in aviation history, their story predates Bessie Coleman’s and focuses on invention and early flight, not on the civil rights or stunt pilot aspects of her legacy. There is little likelihood that a biography of the Wright brothers would cover her in meaningful detail.

A comprehensive history of sharecropping in eastern Texas

This may provide background on the economic and social context of Bessie Coleman's early life, but it would not give focused information about her aviation career, accomplishments, or legacy. It’s too broad and not centered on her achievements.

Correct Answer:

B. Resisting temptation and immediate gratification will lead to ultimate success.

Explanation:

The passage discusses how Greek mythology often features moral dilemmas related to values like respect, temptation, and redemption. The idea of resisting temptation and choosing long-term success over immediate gratification aligns with these values, as many Greek myths involve characters making difficult decisions and facing challenges tied to these themes.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

A. Love is difficult, but it will last if the lovers are meant to be together.

This option is incorrect because, while love may be a theme in some myths, the passage focuses more on moral dilemmas involving values like temptation and redemption, not on the enduring nature of love.

C. It is important to keep track of your personal history.

This option is incorrect because the passage does not emphasize personal history but rather the moral lessons conveyed by the characters' struggles with values like temptation and redemption.

D. Passing down Greek mythology has taken on a new form since oral records faded.

This option is incorrect because the passage does not discuss the change in the method of passing down Greek mythology. The focus is on the evolution of the mythology and its adaptation to different cultures, not the format of transmission.

E. It is not the fastest, but the longest lasting that wins the race.

This option is incorrect because the passage doesn't focus on competition or race; instead, it discusses the moral values and challenges presented in Greek mythology. The message is more about values like respect, temptation, and redemption, not the idea of winning through endurance.

Hedy Lamarr, the Inventor

Hedy Lamarr was a woman of many talents. She was first known as a European film actress in the 1930s. She began starring in American films with MGM Studios in the late 1930s and early 1940s. Some of her more popular films included Boom Town (1940) and White Cargo (1942); however, her roles generally did not include very many spoken lines and she became bored. To relieve this boredom, Lamarr took up inventing.

Hedy Lamarr did not have any formal training, but she did not allow that to stop her from teaching herself in her spare time. Although she had a number of failed inventions, such as an improved traffic light and a carbonated drink, Lamarr did not stop coming up with ideas. She even spent time working with the science engineering team employed by Howard Hughes, the aviation tycoon.

During World War I, Lamarr learned that one of the military's new technologies, radio-controlled torpedoes, were too easily jammed and redirected. She came up with a type of radio signal that changed, or "hopped, frequencies and was unable to be tracked or disrupted. With the assistance of her friend George Anthell, she was able to design the system and patent it in August 1942.

Unfortunately, the United States Navy was not interested. The technology of the era wasn't quite good enough to easily implement Lamarr's system, and the Navy was not particularly interested in civilian inventions at the time. It wasn't until 20 years later, during the Cuban Missile Crisis, that a version of Lamarr's system began appearing on Navy ships.

The work Lamarr and Antheil did creating this frequency-hopping system led to many technologies that are often taken for granted today. Their work led to the development of cell phones, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. Just think, we might not have any of those things if Hedy Lamarr had been given more interesting roles

Correct Answer:

4, 5, 1, 3, 2

Explanation:

The correct chronological sequence based on the passage is:

4 – She was first known as a European actress in the 1930s.

5 – During World War II, she learned about the issue with radio-controlled torpedoes.

1 – She designed and patented the frequency-hopping system in August 1942.

3 – Her invention was finally used during the Cuban Missile Crisis, 20 years later.

2 – Their work eventually led to modern technologies like cell phones, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi.

This order reflects the timeline presented in the passage from Lamarr’s early acting career through her inventive work and its lasting impact.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

4, 1, 5, 3, 2

This incorrectly places the patent (1) before the discovery about torpedoes (5), which happened first and inspired the invention.

1, 3, 2, 5, 4

This starts with the patent and ends with her early acting career, which is backwards. It does not follow chronological order.

1, 3, 4, 2, 5

This places her acting career after the invention and use of her system, which is historically inaccurate. It also misorders the technological impact and the original discovery.

Explanation:

Correct Answer: (D) The author's educational background in environmental science

An author's relevant academic expertise is the strongest indicator of credibility. Popularity, advocacy affiliation, and persuasive language do not guarantee accuracy or objectivity, and can actually signal bias.

Correct Answer:

To persuade the audience to buy the Dairy McGrabs

Explanation:

The primary intent of the passage is to promote and sell the Dairy McGrabs product. While it does mention common dairy-handling issues and uses a humorous, energetic tone, the main goal is to convince consumers that this new product is the solution to their problems and that they should purchase it. The emphasis on the product's features and the enthusiastic endorsement are classic hallmarks of a persuasive infomercial.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

A) To express frustration with common dairy food problems

Although the speaker mentions frustrations with cheese and butter handling, these complaints serve more as a setup to highlight the product's usefulness. The overall tone is upbeat and promotional, not genuinely frustrated.

B) To explain how the Dairy McGrabs works

The passage does provide a brief explanation of how the product functions, but that is secondary to the main persuasive purpose. The explanation is part of a sales pitch, not an objective instruction or technical guide.

D) To amuse the audience with enthusiastic rhetoric

The tone is certainly entertaining and exaggerated, but the humor supports the product pitch. The primary purpose is not just to amuse, but to drive interest and convince viewers to make a purchase.

Correct Answer:

About three-quarters of those who drink Pro-10 shakes for 2 weeks report having more energy.

Explanation:

This statement is presented in the ad as a specific data point: “76% of customers surveyed report having more energy after drinking Pro-10 for just 2 weeks.” It qualifies as a fact because it references a measurable outcome from a survey of customers, even though the survey’s details (such as methodology or sample size) aren't disclosed. The number and time frame make it a verifiable claim rather than an opinion.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

A customer will feel better fast if they drink Pro-10 shakes.

This is a promotional claim and cannot be verified as universally true. It uses persuasive language (“feel better fast”) rather than offering evidence or a guarantee. This makes it a subjective marketing statement, not a fact.

The physicians and nutritionists that developed the shake formula are noted experts in the dietary field.

While the ad states that the formula was developed by “an experienced team of physicians and nutritionists,” it does not provide any evidence that they are noted experts. No credentials, studies, or reputational indicators are provided, so this is not a verifiable fact.

Correct Answer:

B. A resource on the origin of words

Explanation:

A resource on the origin of words, also known as an etymology resource, is the best choice for finding the definition of a word like "gradient." Such resources provide insights into the history and development of words, which helps in understanding their meanings and how they are used in various contexts.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

A. A resource on the poetic use of images and words

This option is incorrect because a resource on poetic usage focuses more on figurative language and imagery in poetry rather than providing straightforward definitions of words.

C. A resource on the evolution of world languages

This option is incorrect because a resource on the evolution of languages would cover broader language development and changes over time, but not provide specific word definitions like those needed for "gradient."

D. A resource on the inclusion of culture in languages

This option is incorrect because a resource focusing on cultural aspects in languages would explore how language reflects cultural values and practices, but would not specifically provide definitions of words like "gradient."