TEAS-SECTION-1 Online Practice Questions and Answers

What is the topic of the passage?

"The $100 Bill" Samantha pedaled quickly, glancing down at her watch as often as her balance would allow. The clock's face read 10:57, sending a spike of panic shooting up her spine. She bent further over her bike, willing her legs to go faster. She screeched to a stop in front of a large restaurant bearing a bright blue, neon sign, her ears ringing, sweat breaking out on her skin. She hurriedly locked her bike to the lone pole positioned in front of the building, before pushing her way through the heavy glass front doors. "You're late." Samantha stopped short, turning to face her boss. She was greeted with a stern face, her boss' lips a thin line. She shook her head in apology. "I'm sorry, Paul. My bike's tires were flat, and I forgot my I.D. badge, so I had to turn back ?"Paul held up his hand, cutting her off. "Just don't let it happen again." Samantha threw her hair into a ponytail, hoping her shift would prove more successful as the day wore on. She nearly ran to her first table of the day, plastered a smile on her face, and greeted her first customers of the day. She responded to their questions politely, though her mind was still occupied by Paul's disappointed expression as she ran in the door. Despite her initial mistakes, Samantha worked hard to remain chipper and upbeat, answering her customers' questions to the best of her ability, forcing herself to smile when her eyes began to glaze over with tears. As her first customers left, she caught the eye of the elderly gentleman with the group. He winked, and walked through the doors. Confused, Samantha began to gather the dishes from the table and there, staring up at her, was a crisp $100 bill. She let a tear roll down her cheek. Her day had just gotten better.

A. the presence of generosity in society

B. Samantha's workday failures and successes

C. the relationship between Paul and Samantha

D. the difficulties of using a bike as one's sole source of transportation

Of these options, which title best fits this passage?

As young children, we are taught to read. From a tender young age, we are read to at bedtime, serenaded by a mother or father's voice. As time goes on, we learn to read ourselves. In kindergarten, or even before, we come to understand the meaning of words on a page and how they are significant. As children grow up, however, many fail to foster a love of or appreciation for reading, instead labeling it as a school-time activity or a source of stress. Reading comes to be regarded as harrowing, tedious, and for many is only engaged in for the purpose of receiving a passing grade. However, those who wish to develop their communication skills may want to take a closer look; reading regularly has been shown to not only improve one's writing skills, but to also assist in verbal communication and increase understanding of verbal and facial cues. Reading, then, should not be regarded as a chore or an insurmountable obstacle, but as a crucial aspect of learning how to deal with others and how to express oneself.

A. How to Read Properly

B. Why Reading is Good

C. The Importance of Learning to Read

D. Reading in Communication: An Essential Skill

Melanie, a college student, is looking for a bargain bag. She needs something she can use for school that will last her through the semester.

Black Messenger Bag Purse Size: Large Purse Cost: $30 Purse Durability: Extremely Durable Mustard Yellow Cross-Body Purse Purse Size: Medium Purse Cost: $14.99 Purse Durability: Medium Durability

Studded Clutch Purse Size: Mini Purse Cost: $65 Purse Durability: Delicate

Given her need for a durable, relatively low-cost bag, which of the purses is the best choice for her?

A. the black messenger bag

B. the studded clutch

C. the cross-body purse

D. None of the bags would work for Melanie.

What is the author's main purpose for writing this letter?

"Dear Applicant, Thank you for submitting your application to New Adventures Recruiting. We are a nationally recognized recruiting agency that assists English-speakers in securing ESL teaching positions in South Korea. We successfully place thousands of teachers in schools all over Korea each year. We are in the process of reviewing your application and we will contact you within 14 business days if you have successfully moved on to the interview stage of the process. Please do not contact us during this review period. In the meantime, we always encourage applicants to study the included map of South Korea in order to be prepared for the potential interview. We ask every interviewee to state their top two choices for placement during the interview. Placements are made on a first-come, first-serve basis. However, please be aware that cities north of Andong are in high demand. You will have a better chance of securing your top choice by selecting a location outside of this area. Once again, thank you for your application and we look forward to reviewing your qualifications.

Sincerely,

New Adventures Recruiting"

A. to inform the applicant that cities in the northern regions of South Korea are in high demand and therefore very competitive

B. to inform the applicant that he or she will be receiving an interview within the next 14 days and should prepare accordingly

C. to give the applicant an estimated wait time for their application review

D. to give the applicant further instructions on the hiring process after he or she has submitted an application

Based on the poster, when should you create your bibliography for a research paper?

A. after choosing your topic and narrowing the focus

B. at the end, after completing your paper

C. as you brainstorm for topic ideas

D. as you find sources and reference material

Her ability to analyze issues fairly and competently has earned her the __________ of even her most peers.

A. solicitation; unbiased

B. attention; sympathetic

C. suspicion; discerning

D. reputation; knowledgeable

E. respect; exacting

His ___________ to succumb to flattery made him __________ to the of people who wished to take advantage of him.

A. immune; predilection

B. prejudicial; intentions

C. susceptible; cajolery

D. resistant; blandishments

E. amenable; rejection

His brilliant prose style is sometimes __________ by his lapses into __________ respecting and pretentious languages.

A. achieved; facile

B. extended; whimsical

C. disrupted; understated

D. anticipated; personal

E. marred; banal

"Meaning" and "truth" are profound and yet __________ pms, for they seem to resist even out most determined attempts at definitive explanation.

A. equivocal

B. manageable

C. insignificant

D. unwarranted

E. tractable

Scientists have discovered that our sense of smell is surprisingly __________ capable of distinguishing thousands of chemical odors.

A. rigid

B. inert

C. erratic

D. keen

E. innate