ATI TEAS Version 7 - Reading

The terms “low-income” and “middle-income” are economically defined categories used in research and education to describe measurable income ranges. Replacing them with “poor” and “normal” changes the meaning. The word “normal” incorrectly implies that middle-income families are the standard or average for all, which distorts factual accuracy. Therefore, such a revision would make the passage inaccurate in describing socioeconomic data.

Correct Answer:

Suspense

Explanation:

The passage describes "Don't Look Back Now" as a thriller that keeps the audience constantly guessing, and emphasizes techniques that create an atmosphere of tension and uncertainty—such as manipulated camera angles, claustrophobic close-ups, and a quick, jerky pacing that mirrors the protagonist's experience. These elements are characteristic of the suspense genre, which focuses on creating a sense of anticipation, uncertainty, and anxiety in the audience. The narrative, centered around a woman trying to escape a stalker and dealing with mysterious events, further solidifies its classification as suspense.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

Romance

While a romance might involve emotional and interpersonal dynamics, the passage does not focus on love or intimate relationships as central themes. Instead, the narrative is driven by danger, mystery, and a suspenseful atmosphere rather than romantic love.

Drama

Although the film may contain dramatic elements, the primary focus as highlighted in the passage is on suspenseful techniques and creating an environment of tension and unpredictability. Drama emphasizes personal and emotional conflicts on a broader scale, but the passage stresses suspense and thriller elements.

Action-adventure

The description in the passage does not highlight elements typical of the action-adventure genre, such as large-scale physical conflicts, travel, or heroic quests. Instead, the focus is on internal tension, psychological manipulation, and a suspenseful narrative that keeps viewers on edge, making suspense the more accurate classification.

Correct Answer:

D. Sonja and Gabriela run the business together

Explanation:

The tone of the memo suggests a collaborative and business-focused relationship between Sonja and Gabriela. Gabriela is proposing an expansion and asking for Sonja's input on the decision, indicating they both play key roles in running the business. Additionally, Gabriela refers to Sonja directly, showing mutual respect and a partnership rather than a hierarchical relationship.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

A. Gabriela is Sonja's boss

This option is incorrect because Gabriela is not giving orders or directing Sonja in a boss-employee manner. She is proposing an idea and seeking Sonja's opinion, indicating a more equal partnership.

B. Sonja is Gabriela's boss

This option is incorrect for the same reasons. The memo does not show any indication of Sonja having authority over Gabriela; instead, it demonstrates a partnership where both have input in the decision-making process.

C. Sonja and Gabriela work in the Human Resources Department together

This option is incorrect because there is no mention of Human Resources or any role related to HR in the memo. The focus is on the expansion of a business, which implies they are involved in business operations, not HR.

Correct Answer:

A bibliography

Explanation:

A bibliography is a list of sources—books, articles, essays, and other documents—relevant to a specific subject. If a student is researching women's roles in literature, a bibliography on that topic would provide curated and organized references that the student can consult for in-depth information. This is the most appropriate and useful resource for accessing relevant literature.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

A) An atlas

An atlas is a collection of maps. It provides geographic information and has no relevance to literary research or women's roles in literature.

C) A thesaurus

A thesaurus is a reference tool that provides synonyms and antonyms for words. It can help with word choice and vocabulary but does not list research sources or provide content-specific references.

D) A biography

A biography is a written account of someone’s life. While a biography of a female author might contain relevant content, it is a single source, not a list of sources, and therefore not suitable for accessing a broad range of materials related to women’s roles in literature.

The author focuses on how a series of unexpected events — such as the deaths of potential heirs and the lack of legitimate children among King George III’s sons — led to the birth and eventual ascension of Princess Victoria, an “improbable princess,” to the throne. The passage traces the chain of family circumstances rather than her reign or accomplishments, showing how chance shaped her destiny.

Correct Answer:

Compile an alphabetical list of subjects with accompanying page numbers.

Explanation:

An index is typically found at the back of a book or publication and provides an alphabetized list of topics, names, and subjects along with the page numbers where those items are discussed. It serves as a navigation tool, helping readers locate specific content quickly without scanning the entire publication.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

B) Assert the legal rights of the publisher, author, and any other contributors.

This refers to the copyright page, not the index. The copyright page outlines legal rights and publication details.

C) Outline sections of the publication in sequential order.

This describes the table of contents, which organizes chapters or sections in the order they appear in the book.

D) Provide references used or cited by the author.

This is the function of a bibliography or works cited page, not the index.

Alice was not scared. Not at all. Maybe a little bit. But she was determined to confront the ghost in her house. Alice lived in a farmhouse built in 1921. All of the floors and doors were original; the doors even had skeleton key locks. But by far the most terrifying part of the house was the basement. She kept that door locked and ignored the thumps, crashes, and cries that came from below the house. What made Alice determined to confront the ghost today was the especially loud crashes the previous night. She'd gotten no sleep, convinced the ghost was going to break through the door and do something horrible. What, she wasn't sure, but the ghost would do something. Alice hadn't seen the ghost, but what else could be making loud noises in an old house? The one time she had been down in the basement was after buying the house unseen. Once she saw the shelves with old glass jars, she was a little put off. But what made her keep the door shut and locked was the abrupt end of the concrete floor halfway across the room. Because nothing good ever happened in a basement with a dirt floor. Alice had seen enough horror movies to know that. Alice stared at the basement door, trying to gather enough confidence to open it and march down the stairs like she owned the place. Because she did-or she would, once she finished paying her mortgage in 30 years. Alice took a deep breath and yanked the door open. She marched down the stairs, only to stop abruptly at the bottom. Because she was face to face with not a ghost at all. It was a calico cat, one who looked utterly unimpressed by her brave journey into the basement.

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Correct Answer:

D. Once

Explanation of Correct Answer:

The word "Once" indicates a specific point in time in the past and helps establish the sequence of events. In the passage, it's used in the sentence: "The one time she had been down in the basement was after buying the house unseen. Once she saw the shelves with old glass jars..." — showing that the viewing of the shelves happened after buying the house, signaling chronological order.

Why the Other Options Are Incorrect:

A. Because

This is a causal word, not a time indicator. It explains the reason behind something, not when it happened.

B. Maybe

This word expresses uncertainty, not sequence or time.

C. But

This is a contrast word, used to show opposition or exception, not to indicate the order of events.

Correct Answer:

After

Explanation:

The word "After" indicates chronological order, showing that one event followed another in time. In the timeline, it appears in the sentence: "After the war, Barton begins identifying anonymous soldiers..." This shows that her work identifying soldiers happened following the end of the Civil War, helping place it in sequence.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

Front

This refers to the front lines of battle, describing a location, not a time-related sequence.

First

While "first" can indicate order, in the timeline it's used to describe her being the first female patent clerk, which relates to uniqueness—not a time sequence of events.

Through

This word indicates a process or passage but does not imply a specific point in time or chronological order.

Correct Answer:

The pool of available workers diminished during the summer.

Explanation:

In the original sentence, "pool" refers to a group or supply of people from which selections are made. This meaning matches "the pool of available workers," which also refers to a group of people available for a particular purpose, in this case, employment.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

B) The children had to pool their money to buy ice cream

Here, “pool” is used as a verb, meaning to combine or contribute resources together. This is a different part of speech and meaning than the noun form referring to a group of people.

C) The group planned to meet at nine o'clock at the pool hall

In this sentence, “pool” refers to the billiards game, and “pool hall” is a place where people play pool. This is unrelated to the idea of a group or selection.

D) They looked nervously at the pool of oil under the car

This use of “pool” describes a small puddle or accumulation of liquid, which is a literal and physical meaning, not the abstract concept of a collection of individuals like in a jury pool.