TEAS Reading Practice Test Sample Questions
Passage 1: The Benefits of Urban Gardening
Urban gardening has grown in popularity as city dwellers seek sustainable ways to access fresh produce. Community gardens, rooftop plots, and vertical farming systems allow residents to grow fruits, vegetables, and herbs in limited spaces. These gardens not only provide fresh food but also foster community engagement, improve mental health, and reduce carbon footprints by decreasing reliance on transported goods. Studies show that urban gardening can lower stress levels and promote physical activity. However, challenges such as limited space, soil contamination, and access to water can hinder efforts.
- What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Urban gardening is too challenging to be practical in cities.
B. Urban gardening offers multiple benefits but faces some obstacles.
C. Urban gardening is only about producing fresh food.
D. Urban gardening eliminates the need for traditional farming. - According to the passage, what is one challenge of urban gardening?
A. Lack of community interest
B. Soil contamination
C. Excessive space availability
D. High cost of fresh produce - What can be inferred about urban gardening from the passage?
A. It is only practiced in rural areas.
B. It requires significant financial investment.
C. It contributes to both environmental and social benefits.
D. It is a new trend with no proven benefits.
Passage 2: Nutrition Label for a Cereal Box
Serving Size: 1 cup (30g)
Calories: 120
Total Fat: 2g (3% DV)
Sodium: 180mg (8% DV)
Total Carbohydrate: 25g (9% DV)
Protein: 3g
Ingredients: Whole grain oats, sugar, corn syrup, salt, natural flavor.
- How many calories are in a 1-cup serving of the cereal?
A. 100
B. 120
C. 150
D. 180 - What percentage of the daily value (DV) for sodium is provided by one serving?
A. 3%
B. 8%
C. 9%
D. 25% - Which ingredient is listed first on the cereal box?
A. Sugar
B. Corn syrup
C. Whole grain oats
D. Salt
Passage 3: Historical Context of the Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution, spanning the late 18th to early 19th century, marked a shift from agrarian economies to industrialized ones. Factories replaced manual labor with machines, leading to increased production but also harsh working conditions. Child labor was common, with children as young as six working long hours in dangerous environments. Reform movements eventually led to labor laws protecting workers.
- What is the primary focus of the passage?
A. The benefits of child labor during the Industrial Revolution
B. The transition from agrarian to industrial economies
C. The development of new agricultural techniques
D. The decline of factories in the 19th century - What can be inferred about child labor during the Industrial Revolution?
A. It was illegal but widely practiced.
B. It involved dangerous working conditions.
C. It was limited to adults.
D. It had no impact on reform movements. - What was one outcome of the reform movements mentioned in the passage?
A. Increased factory production
B. Elimination of all machines
C. Establishment of labor laws
D. Reduction in urban populations
Passage 4: Memo to Employees
Subject: New Office Recycling Program
Date: October 1, 2025
Dear Staff,
Starting November 1, 2025, our office will implement a recycling program. Please use the blue bins for paper, cardboard, and plastic. Food waste and non-recyclable items should go in the gray bins. Contact HR for questions.
- When will the recycling program begin?
A. October 1, 2025
B. November 1, 2025
C. December 1, 2025
D. January 1, 2026 - What should employees do with food waste?
A. Place it in blue bins
B. Place it in gray bins
C. Contact HR for disposal
D. Recycle it with paper
Passage 5: The Water Cycle
The water cycle describes the continuous movement of water on, above, and below Earth’s surface. Evaporation occurs when water turns into vapor, rising into the atmosphere. Condensation forms clouds, and precipitation, such as rain or snow, returns water to the surface. This cycle is essential for maintaining ecosystems.
- What happens during evaporation in the water cycle?
A. Water forms clouds.
B. Water turns into vapor and rises.
C. Water falls as precipitation.
D. Water is stored underground. - Why is the water cycle important, according to the passage?
A. It prevents water from evaporating.
B. It maintains ecosystems.
C. It eliminates precipitation.
D. It reduces cloud formation. - Which of the following is an example of precipitation?
A. Water vapor rising
B. Clouds forming
C. Rain falling
D. Water freezing - What is the author’s purpose in the passage about the water cycle?
A. To persuade readers to conserve water
B. To describe the movement of water in nature
C. To compare different types of precipitation
D. To argue against the importance of evaporation
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