ATI TEAS 7 Reading FAQs

1. What types of reading passages are included in the ATI TEAS 7 Reading section? The ATI TEAS 7 Reading section includes a variety of reading passages designed to assess your ability to comprehend, interpret, and analyze written material. These passages typically fall into the following categories:

• Informational passages: These passages may contain facts, data, or instructions. They assess your ability to understand the main idea, details, and overall structure of the text.
  
• Literary passages: These passages may include short stories, excerpts from novels, or poems. The focus is on identifying themes, tone, and the author’s purpose.
  
• Persuasive passages: These passages attempt to convince the reader of a particular point of view. You will be asked to identify the author’s argument, evidence, and purpose. Each passage will be followed by several multiple-choice questions that assess your understanding and analysis of the material.

2. What is the main focus of the “Key Ideas and Details” questions in the Reading section? The “Key Ideas and Details” questions focus on your ability to identify and comprehend the central theme or main idea of a passage. You will be required to understand the key points and supporting details that contribute to the overall message or argument of the passage. In this category, you may encounter questions that ask:

• What is the main idea or theme of the passage?
  
• Which statement best summarizes the passage?
  
• What specific details from the passage support the main idea? To answer these questions, focus on the passage’s introduction and conclusion as well as key sentences that outline the central concepts.

3. How can I improve my skills in identifying the author’s purpose or tone in reading passages? Identifying the author’s purpose and tone is crucial for successfully answering questions about the “Craft and Structure” in the ATI TEAS 7 Reading section. To improve in this area:

• Practice reading diverse types of passages: Expose yourself to a wide range of texts, including informative, persuasive, and narrative materials. This will help you become more familiar with different writing styles and the signals authors use to convey tone and purpose.
  
• Look for clues: Pay attention to specific words or phrases that can indicate the author’s tone (e.g., positive, negative, neutral). Look for emotional language or word choices that reveal the author’s attitude toward the topic.
  
• Ask yourself why the author wrote the passage: Consider whether the author’s goal is to inform, entertain, persuade, or explain. Reflect on how the passage supports that goal.
  
• Analyze the structure of the passage: The way a passage is organized (e.g., introduction, supporting arguments, conclusion) can provide clues about the author’s intent.

4. What is the “Integration of Knowledge and Ideas” category in the Reading section? The “Integration of Knowledge and Ideas” category evaluates your ability to make connections between different pieces of information within a passage. Questions in this category may require you to:

• Compare and contrast information from two different sections of a passage.
  
• Synthesize information from various parts of the text to form a new understanding or conclusion.
  
• Determine how an author’s argument or point of view is supported or contradicted by evidence in the text. To prepare for these types of questions, practice summarizing information from different sections of a passage and think critically about how various ideas are related. Focus on identifying the relationships between facts, examples, and the author’s conclusions.

5. How can I manage my time effectively while taking the Reading section of the ATI TEAS 7? Time management is crucial for success in the ATI TEAS 7 Reading section. With 53 questions to answer in 64 minutes, you’ll have approximately 1 minute per question. To manage your time effectively:

• Skim the passage first: Spend the first 1-2 minutes quickly reading through the passage to get a general sense of the content. Focus on the introduction, conclusion, and the first sentence of each paragraph.
  
• Focus on key details: As you read, highlight or mentally note important details that may help you answer the questions.
  
• Don’t spend too long on difficult questions: If you encounter a question that you find difficult, mark it and move on. You can always return to it later if time allows.
  
• Practice with timed tests: Take practice tests under timed conditions to improve your ability to read efficiently and answer questions quickly. With practice, you’ll be able to pace yourself better during the actual exam.