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Sometimes, your playful pooch might give a little nip to your hand or something else that shouldn't be bitten. To stop bad biting behaviors, you should attempt to redirect your dog's attention to an appropriate chew toy. You can do this by placing the toy in their mouth and praising them, causing your canine companion to associate chewing on the chew toy with positive emotions. Another step you can take to redirect biting behavior is to use biting deterrent spray. The spray can be homemade or store-bought. Just make sure that the ingredients won't make your puppy's tummy sick! Which of the following terms identifies the author's tone in the passage?

A. Sarcastic

B. Scientific

C. Informal

D. Formal

Answer Explanation:

Using terms such as pooch, nip & tummy makes the tone informal.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is C.

More Questions on TEAS 7 Reading

  • Q #1: Hedy Lamarr, the Inventor Hedy Lamarr was a woman of many talents. She was first known as a European film actress in the 1930s. She began starring in American films with MGM Studios in the late 1930s and early 1940s. Some of her more popular films included Boom Town (1940) and White Cargo (1942); however, her roles generally did not include very many spoken lines and she became bored. To relieve this boredom, Lamarr took up inventing. Hedy Lamarr did not have any formal training, but she did not allow that to stop her from teaching herself in her spare time. Although she had a number of failed inventions, such as an improved traffic light and a carbonated drink, Lamarr did not stop coming up with ideas. She even spent time working with the science engineering team employed by Howard Hughes, the aviation tycoon. During World War I, Lamarr learned that one of the military's new technologies, radio-controlled torpedoes, were too easily jammed and redirected. She came up with a type of radio signal that changed, or "hopped, frequencies and was unable to be tracked or disrupted. With the assistance of her friend George Anthell, she was able to design the system and patent it in August 1942. Unfortunately, the United States Navy was not interested. The technology of the era wasn't quite good enough to easily implement Lamarr's system, and the Navy was not particularly interested in civilian inventions at the time. It wasn't until 20 years later, during the Cuban Missile Crisis, that a version of Lamarr's system began appearing on Navy ships. The work Lamarr and Antheil did creating this frequency-hopping system led to many technologies that are often taken for granted today. Their work led to the development of cell phones, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. Just think, we might not have any of those things if Hedy Lamarr had been given more interesting roles. Which of the following statements supports the claim that Hedy Lamarr made significant contributions to the advancement of technology?

    A. She had many failed inventions, such as an improved traffic light and a carbonated drink

    B. She spent time working with the science engineering team employed by Howard Hughes, the aviation tycoon.

    C. Her work helped in the future development of cellular phones, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi

    D. The technology of the era wasn't good enough to easily implement Lamar’s system

    Answer Explanation

    Her work helped in the future development of cellular phones, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi clearly shows her significant contributions to the advancing of technology.

  • Q #2: Which of the following resources would help a reader gather information about economic trade during World War I?

    A. Social media and photographs

    B. News articles and textbooks

    C. Almanacs and music

    D. Atlases and works of art

    Answer Explanation

    News articles from the period of World War I and historical textbooks would be most useful

  • Q #3: An Interesting Birthday Party On Saturday afternoon, local eccentric Dr. Oliver Creekstone held a remarkable 90th birthday party at his countryside estate. Present were 3,000 guests, four zebras, two monster trucks, and a famous bagpipe player from Scotland. Though pleased with the entertainment, attendees reportedly were shocked that the complimentary buffet contained only boiled asparagus and pickled carrots. At nightfall, the party was treated to a stunning and seemingly endless fireworks display. According to our sources, Dr. Creekstone felt that next year's birthday party would have to be even bigger and more interesting. "We'll need at least seven more zebras," he said. Which of the following conclusions is supported by all of the details provided about the birthday party?

    A. Dr. Oliver Creekstone is an unconventional fellow.

    B. The Creekstone estate cannot hold seven more zebras.

    C. Dr. Oliver Creekstone is a carnivorous eater

    D. The Creekstone estate is a half-acre lot lined with trees.

    Answer Explanation

    The following details make Dr. Creekstone unconventional: Present were 3,000 guests, four zebras, two monster trucks, and a famous bagpipe player from Scotland. The complimentary buffet contained only boiled asparagus and pickled carrots. At nightfall, the party was treated to a stunning and seemingly endless fireworks display.

  • Q #4: Lexington and Concord The majority of history scholars agree that the open warfare portion of the American War for Independence began in two small Massachusetts towns: Lexington and Concord. To stop the British from discovering military supplies hidden in Concord, the American Minutemen attempted to stall or halt the British Regulars in Lexington Common. While the opposing factions were facing off against one another, a shot was fired from an unknown source, causing hostilities to break into violence. After the skirmish at Lexington settled, multiple people from both sides lay dead and the British continued their way toward Concord. Which of the following could accurately subtitle this passage, following "Lexington and Concord"?

    A. American March from the Sea

    B. In the State of Massachusetts

    C. The Full Armies Face Off

    D. The Start of the Revolution

    Answer Explanation

     

    The passage describes the events that marked the beginning of the open warfare phase of the American War for Independence, specifically in Lexington and Concord. The shot fired at Lexington Common initiated hostilities between the American Minutemen and the British Regulars, resulting in casualties. This incident played a significant role in escalating tensions and ultimately marked the start of the revolution.

    Therefore, the subtitle "The Start of the Revolution" accurately captures the historical significance and context of the events described in the passage.

  • Q #5: On February 2 of each year, the United States observes the unusual holiday of Groundhog Day, a day of hope that winter is over and spring is beginning. This tradition has been officially observed in the US. since the 1800s, and is believed to have developed from European folk traditions in which a bear, fox, badger, or even hedgehog would serve as the symbolic meteorologist. Although other cultures and towns observe Groundhog Day (or something similar), the town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania takes special pride in being home to the one true forecasting groundhog Punxsutawney Phil. At the turn of the twentieth century, townspeople formed the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club to perpetuate the joyful rituals and events surrounding Groundhog Day. Over the years, these events have come to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show, and a ball. Legend has it that on Groundhog Day the official weather-forecasting groundhog awakens from hibernation and comes out of his burrow to look for his shadow. If he sees his shadow, six more weeks of winter are to come, and Punxsutawney Phil goes back to bed. However, if he does not see his shadow, Punxsutawney Phil takes this as a sign that spring has arrived, and he remains above ground. Of course, common sense tells us that February 2 is too early for spring to begin and that while animals may be attuned to various elements of nature from which humans might learn, they are unlikely to act on their instincts based on a schedule set by a Gregorian calendar. Nevertheless, a visit to Pennsylvania to see Punxsutawney Phil and all of the fun he inspires each year might just provide the touch of hope needed to reach the end of winter Which of the following evidence from the passage supports the inference that Groundhog Day is an entertaining tradition?

    A. Legend has it that on Groundhog Day, the official weather-forecasting groundhog awakens from hibernation and comes out of his burrow to look for his shadow.

    B. This tradition has been officially observed in the U.S. since the 1800s and is believed to have developed from European folk traditions.

    C. Over the years, these events have come to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show, and a ball.

    D. On February 2 of each year, the United States observes the unusual holiday of Groundhog Day, a day of hope that winter is over and spring is beginning.

    Answer Explanation

    Over the years, these events have come to include a scavenger hunt, a talent show, and a ball clearly indicates that the groundhog Day is an entertaining tradition.

  • Q #6: Research shows that tipping in a restaurant has little to no effect on service. What tipping does do is enable restaurateurs to pay less than the federal minimum wage to servers and depend on customers to make up the difference between servers' salaries and the minimum wage. The U.S. federal minimum wage for servers is $2.13 per hour. Although minimum wage varies from state to state, it is safe to say that customers are paying the lion's share of servers' salaries. This practice leads to resentment on the part of customers, and it devalues servers. It's time to abolish tipping and pay employees a living wage. The result may well be happy servers who provide excellent service to grateful customers.   Which of the following is the writer's main argument?

    A. The custom of tipping should be abolished, and servers should be paid a living wage.

    B. The federal rate for servers is too low.

    C. Servers should provide excellent service no matter how much they make

    D. Customers are resentful of having to help pay the salaries of servers.

    Answer Explanation

    According to the paragraph, it’s time to abolish tipping and pay employees a living wage. The result may well be happy servers who provide excellent service to grateful customers.

  • Q #7: Shia looked up from his monitor, rubbed his eyes, and stared down the dark hallway toward the CFO's office. He was certain a sound had come from behind the closed door. It was a heavy thump, like someone had dropped a bowling ball. There shouldn't be anyone else here at this hour, Shia thought to himself as he looked at his watch. The only illumination came from Shia's computer monitor. His office was on the thirtieth floor, far too high to get much more than a faint glow from the street lights below. Shia slowly stood up before reaching down to turn off the computer screen, hoping to hide in the darkness. He considered turning on his phone's flashlight, but his thoughts were cut short by a loud crash followed by the unmistakable tinkling of shattered glass. She froze, as if he were caught by the gaze of Medusa. The initial doubt that he would actually find someone snooping around the CFO's office had turned to an icy fear that gripped his lungs and would not let him breathe. His heart was pounding loudly in his ears; he knew whoever was in his boss's office must be able to hear it. Another crash, followed by a loud howl that he was sure couldn't be human, shocked She’s into motion, He broke into a run... in the opposite direction. He sprinted for the emergency stairwell and rushed downward, jumping over the last few steps of each fight. Shia didn't stop running and he had burst through the ground floor exit to the parking garage and found his car, His heart continued racing until he was at home in bed. He sent his boss a single text message before turning over and trying to force himself to sleep, don't think I can work late anymore" Which of the following sentences from the passage supports the conclusion that the passage takes place in the 21st century?

    A. "Shia froze, as if he were caught by the gaze of Medusa."

    B. "His office was on the thirtieth floor, far too high to get much more than a faint glow from the street lights below."

    C. "He sent his boss a single text message before turning over and trying to force himself to sleep: 1 don't think I can work late anymore."

    D. Shia didn't stop running until he had burst through the ground floor exit to the parking garage and found his car."

    Answer Explanation

    This passage took place in the 21st century because Shia sends his boss a text message which indicates he has a cellphone.

  • Q #8: Which of the following sentences uses italics correctly?           A. We read Lincoln's Gettysburg Address in my American history class.           B. The orchestra will perform Beethoven's Ninth Symphony.           C. William Carlos Williams was the United States Poet Laureate in 1952.           D. The scientific name for the domestic dog is Canis lupus familioris.

    A. A

    B. B

    C. C

    D. D

    Answer Explanation

  • Q #9: Martin and Sons: Job Injuries, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Free Initial Consultation. Smith and Jones: No Fee Unless You Win Your Case. Specializes in Worker's Compensation Legal Issues. Thorn and Thomas: Employment Law, Contract Negotiations, and Employment Safety Issues. Williams Attorneys: State and Federal Employment Fairness, Medical Malpractice Lawsuits. Reasonable Hourly Rates Plus Percentage of Settlement.   An employee believes she was injured on the job due to an unsafe situation. Based on the advertisements above, which of the following attorneys provides the necessary experience to pursue her claim and would ensure the employee the lowest overall cost?

    A. Thorn and Thomas

    B. Williams Attorneys

    C. Smith and jones

    D. Martin and Sons

    Answer Explanation

    Smith and Jones specializes in Worker's Compensation Legal Issues and charges

    No Fee Unless You Win Your Case.

  • Q #10: Clara Barton Timeline 1821: Clara Barton is born in North Oxford, Massachusetts. 1831: Barton cares for her brother David after he falls from a roof and is severely injured. 1855: Barton moves to Washington D.C. to work as the first female federal patent clerk. 1861: Barton begins gathering and distributing food, clothing, and medical supplies to wounded soldiers during the Civil War. 1862: Barton works on the front lines as a self-taught nurse. 1865: After the war, Barton begins identifying anonymous soldiers to be properly buried through the Office of Missing Soldiers. 1869: Barton travels to Europe, assisting with preparing military hospitals and supplying aid to the poor. 1881: Barton petitions President Chester A. Arthur to open an American branch of the International Red Cross organization Which of the following words as used in the timeline indicates the chronology of events in Barton's life?

    A. After

    B. Front

    C. First

    D. Through

    Answer Explanation

    1865: After the war, Barton begins identifying anonymous soldiers to be properly buried through the Office of Missing Soldiers.

    After here shows chronology.