In the TEAS Test, there will be a reading portion where you will be asked to read passages and answer questions. The style of questions presented will be like questions you have experienced before. However, with the TEAS Test, time is of the essence.
This means that sometimes test-takers will rush and answer questions incorrectly due to the time constraint. TEAS Test does this on purpose to prepare nurses for the fact-paced decision making in the event of real-world emergencies they will encounter every day of the job.
My goal is to share some general tips for the reading comprehension questions you will encounter to give you enhanced confidence.
Here are strategies I use to help when I am reading a passage:
Read the Introduction and Conclusion Paragraphs First.
The author will present their thesis in the opening paragraph then use the middle passages to justify their reasoning/argument.
The author will also use the conclusion paragraph to restate their thesis.
This means when we read the introduction and conclusion paragraphs first, we will get a stronger grasp of the author’s point and intention for the passage.
Read the First and Last Lines of Each Paragraph.
After you read the introduction and conclusion paragraphs, we now go back into the full article. However, we will read only the first and last sentences in each additional paragraph.
This is done because the author will start a paragraph with their thesis or principal argument, and they will often close the paragraph with a detail or argument that concludes their point at the end.
By doing this, we will continue to fully understand the author’s purpose or the central message of the overall passage.
Use Active Reading
Imagine the author is only writing to you.
This gives you the framework to take ownership of the passage and may increase your engagement more than just reading the passage for a test environment.
Engage with the passages by asking questions as you read.
As you read the passage, your questions should be answered.
If not, your questions are not necessary to the author’s argument, which will also be useful.
Example Questions:
What is the main idea of this passage?
How does this portion of the passage support the author’s argument?
This process will help you improve your understanding and retention of the passage.
Summarize as You Go.
Highlight or underline key points in each passage.
If a point is important, write a note in the margin to help remember key details.
Your summaries in the margins will help guide you to the correct solution.
By incorporating the above tips, you will be well on your way to becoming more fluent in reading comprehension.
Here is an example of a passage you can try out your new reading comprehension skills:
Are you looking for a way to give back to your community but don’t know where to start? One of the most impactful ways to invest in the future of your community is by supporting scientific initiatives. Science and technology drive progress and innovation, but research and development in these fields are often under-funded. Even the most talented scientists face the growing pressure of advancing their work without sufficient resources. By contributing to scientific projects, you can play a crucial role in fostering innovation and discovery.
Research and development in science are frequently under-funded, leaving many promising projects without the necessary resources to succeed. This lack of funding can hinder progress in critical areas such as healthcare, environmental conservation, and technology. Scientists often struggle to secure the financial support they need to conduct experiments, purchase equipment, and hire skilled personnel. Without adequate funding, groundbreaking discoveries and advancements may never come to fruition, slowing the pace of innovation and progress.
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Supporting scientific initiatives through our group-funding program is a powerful way to give back to your community. By investing in research and development, you are helping to drive innovation and progress in critical areas. Your contributions can provide scientists with the resources they need to make groundbreaking discoveries that benefit society. Donate today and become a part of the movement to advance scientific innovation in your community. Together, we can create a brighter future for everyone.
1. What is one of the main reasons scientific initiatives need support?
A. They are often over-funded.
B. They lack talented scientists.
C. They are frequently under-funded.
D. They do not require resources.
3. How does the group-funding program help potential donors?
A. It allows them to donate anonymously.
B. It provides a platform to browse and fund various science projects.
C. It guarantees a return on investment.
D. It offers tax deductions for all donations.
4. What is a key feature of the group-funding program mentioned in the passage?
A. It only supports medical research.
B. It provides detailed information about each project.
C. It requires a minimum donation amount.
D. It is only available to scientists.
5. Why is transparency considered a compelling aspect of the group-funding program?
A. It ensures that donations are tax-deductible.
B. It allows donors to see exactly where their money is going.
C. It limits the number of projects that can be funded.
D. It provides anonymity to donors.
6. What is the goal of donating to scientific initiatives through the group-funding program?
A. To receive financial returns.
B. To support scientific innovation and progress.
C. To gain recognition in the scientific community.
D. To reduce personal taxes.
Answers:
1.      C
2.      B
3.      B
4.      B
5.      B
6.      B
Detailed Answers: 1. What is one of the main reasons scientific initiatives need support?
Correct Answer: C. They are frequently under-funded.
Explanation: The passage explicitly mentions that research and development in science are "frequently under-funded," which hinders progress. The text repeatedly emphasizes the lack of financial support as a significant issue for scientific initiatives.
Why others are wrong:
A. They are often over-funded. This is the opposite of the correct answer. The passage says initiatives are under-funded, not over-funded.
B. They lack talented scientists. The passage does not mention a lack of talent as a problem; it stresses that even talented scientists face difficulties due to lack of funding.
D. They do not require resources. This contradicts the passage, which states that resources like funding are essential for success.
2. How does the group-funding program help potential donors?
Correct Answer: B. It provides a platform to browse and fund various science projects.
Explanation: The passage says that the group-funding program allows donors to "browse through thousands of science projects that are actively seeking funding." This platform enables potential donors to find and contribute to specific projects of interest.
Why others are wrong:
A. It allows them to donate anonymously. The passage doesn’t mention anonymity as a feature of the group-funding program.
C. It guarantees a return on investment. There’s no mention of any financial return on donations. The program is about contributing to science, not investment.
D. It offers tax deductions for all donations. The passage does not discuss tax deductions as a feature of the program.
3. What is a key feature of the group-funding program mentioned in the passage?
Correct Answer: B. It provides detailed information about each project.
Explanation: The passage highlights that the program offers transparency by providing "detailed information about each project," which helps donors understand how their money is used.
Why others are wrong:
A. It only supports medical research. The passage mentions various fields such as medical research and environmental studies, but doesn’t limit the program to medical research only.
C. It requires a minimum donation amount. The passage doesn’t mention any required minimum donation.
D. It is only available to scientists. The passage says the platform is for potential donors, not just scientists.
4. Why is transparency considered a compelling aspect of the group-funding program?
Correct Answer: B. It allows donors to see exactly where their money is going.
Explanation: The passage says that the platform offers a high level of transparency, allowing donors to see the project details and how their money will be used, making the process more trustworthy.
Why others are wrong:
A. It ensures that donations are tax-deductible. The passage does not mention tax-deductibility at all.
C. It limits the number of projects that can be funded. There’s no mention of any limit on the number of projects.
D. It provides anonymity to donors. Anonymity is not mentioned as a feature in the discussion of transparency.
5. What is the goal of donating to scientific initiatives through the group-funding program?
Correct Answer: B. To support scientific innovation and progress.
Explanation: The main goal mentioned in the passage is to help "drive innovation and progress in critical areas" by providing scientists with the resources they need to make groundbreaking discoveries.
Why others are wrong:
A. To receive financial returns. The passage never mentions financial returns as a goal of donating.
C. To gain recognition in the scientific community. The text doesn’t mention gaining personal recognition as a goal for donors.
D. To reduce personal taxes. The passage doesn’t mention tax benefits as a motivation for donating.
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