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TEAS 7 EXAM
Test of Essential Academic Skills
TOTAL SCORED QUESTIONS: 170
Time Limit: 209 Minutes
Content Area Summary
Content Area Number of Questions Time Limit
Reading 45 55 Minutes
Mathematics 38 57 Minutes
Science 50 60 Minutes
English & Language Usage 37 37 Minutes
Copyright 2026 Assessment Technologies Institute, LLC. All rights reserved.
, GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
● This exam contains 170 scored questions across four content areas: Reading, Mathematics, Science, and
English & Language Usage.
● You will have a total of 209 minutes to complete the exam.
● Each question has four answer choices (A, B, C, D). Select the ONE best answer for each question.
● Read each question carefully before selecting your answer.
● You may NOT use calculators, notes, or any reference materials during the exam.
● Manage your time wisely. Pace yourself to ensure you have time to answer all questions.
● If you are unsure of an answer, make your best guess. There is no penalty for wrong answers.
● Do not spend too much time on any single question. Move on and return to difficult questions later if time
permits.
● Once you submit your answers, you will NOT be able to go back and change them.
● Make sure to review all your answers before the time expires.
Copyright 2026 Assessment Technologies Institute, LLC. All rights reserved.
, READING
Questions: 45 | Time: 55 Minutes
Question: 1 of 170
Reading
Which of the following best describes the main idea of a passage about the environmental impact of single-use
plastics?
● A. Plastics are cheaper to produce than glass or metal containers
● B. The accumulation of plastic waste in oceans and landfills poses significant threats to ecosystems and
human health
● C. Recycling programs have been successful in reducing plastic waste by 50% since 2010
● D. The invention of plastic revolutionized the manufacturing industry in the 20th century
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 2 of 170
Reading
When summarizing an informational text, which of the following should a reader include?
● A. Personal opinions about the topic discussed
● B. The central ideas and key supporting details from the original text
● C. New information not found in the original passage
● D. Only the first and last sentences of each paragraph
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 3 of 170
Reading
A passage begins with: 'The morning sun cast long shadows across the abandoned factory as Dr. Chen
approached cautiously.' What type of text structure is this most likely from?
● A. Cause and effect essay
● B. Narrative or fiction passage
● C. Technical manual
, ● D. Persuasive speech
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 4 of 170
Reading
Which of the following is an example of a primary source?
● A. A textbook chapter summarizing the causes of World War II
● B. A diary entry written by a soldier during World War II
● C. A documentary film about the history of aviation
● D. An encyclopedia article about the solar system
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 5 of 170
Reading
What is the author's most likely purpose in writing a passage that compares and contrasts two different diet
plans?
● A. To entertain the reader with humorous stories about dieting
● B. To inform readers about the similarities and differences between the two approaches
● C. To persuade readers to adopt a vegetarian lifestyle
● D. To describe the emotional experience of losing weight
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 6 of 170
Reading
Read the following sentence: 'Although the results were surprising, the researchers concluded that further study
was warranted.' What does the word 'warranted' mean in this context?
● A. Guaranteed to succeed
● B. Justified or necessary
● C. Cancelled or postponed
● D. Outdated and irrelevant
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 7 of 170
Reading
Which transition word would be most appropriate to introduce a contrasting idea?
● A. Furthermore
TEAS 7 EXAM
Test of Essential Academic Skills
TOTAL SCORED QUESTIONS: 170
Time Limit: 209 Minutes
Content Area Summary
Content Area Number of Questions Time Limit
Reading 45 55 Minutes
Mathematics 38 57 Minutes
Science 50 60 Minutes
English & Language Usage 37 37 Minutes
Copyright 2026 Assessment Technologies Institute, LLC. All rights reserved.
, GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
● This exam contains 170 scored questions across four content areas: Reading, Mathematics, Science, and
English & Language Usage.
● You will have a total of 209 minutes to complete the exam.
● Each question has four answer choices (A, B, C, D). Select the ONE best answer for each question.
● Read each question carefully before selecting your answer.
● You may NOT use calculators, notes, or any reference materials during the exam.
● Manage your time wisely. Pace yourself to ensure you have time to answer all questions.
● If you are unsure of an answer, make your best guess. There is no penalty for wrong answers.
● Do not spend too much time on any single question. Move on and return to difficult questions later if time
permits.
● Once you submit your answers, you will NOT be able to go back and change them.
● Make sure to review all your answers before the time expires.
Copyright 2026 Assessment Technologies Institute, LLC. All rights reserved.
, READING
Questions: 45 | Time: 55 Minutes
Question: 1 of 170
Reading
Which of the following best describes the main idea of a passage about the environmental impact of single-use
plastics?
● A. Plastics are cheaper to produce than glass or metal containers
● B. The accumulation of plastic waste in oceans and landfills poses significant threats to ecosystems and
human health
● C. Recycling programs have been successful in reducing plastic waste by 50% since 2010
● D. The invention of plastic revolutionized the manufacturing industry in the 20th century
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 2 of 170
Reading
When summarizing an informational text, which of the following should a reader include?
● A. Personal opinions about the topic discussed
● B. The central ideas and key supporting details from the original text
● C. New information not found in the original passage
● D. Only the first and last sentences of each paragraph
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 3 of 170
Reading
A passage begins with: 'The morning sun cast long shadows across the abandoned factory as Dr. Chen
approached cautiously.' What type of text structure is this most likely from?
● A. Cause and effect essay
● B. Narrative or fiction passage
● C. Technical manual
, ● D. Persuasive speech
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 4 of 170
Reading
Which of the following is an example of a primary source?
● A. A textbook chapter summarizing the causes of World War II
● B. A diary entry written by a soldier during World War II
● C. A documentary film about the history of aviation
● D. An encyclopedia article about the solar system
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 5 of 170
Reading
What is the author's most likely purpose in writing a passage that compares and contrasts two different diet
plans?
● A. To entertain the reader with humorous stories about dieting
● B. To inform readers about the similarities and differences between the two approaches
● C. To persuade readers to adopt a vegetarian lifestyle
● D. To describe the emotional experience of losing weight
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 6 of 170
Reading
Read the following sentence: 'Although the results were surprising, the researchers concluded that further study
was warranted.' What does the word 'warranted' mean in this context?
● A. Guaranteed to succeed
● B. Justified or necessary
● C. Cancelled or postponed
● D. Outdated and irrelevant
PAUSE CONTINUE
Question: 7 of 170
Reading
Which transition word would be most appropriate to introduce a contrasting idea?
● A. Furthermore
