#1
Which of the following is a common reading assessment tool for evaluating word recognition skills?
Mathematics test
Running record
Physical education assessment
Art evaluation
#2
What is the purpose of a running record in assessing word recognition skills?
To measure reading speed
To evaluate comprehension
To assess accuracy in reading
To test knowledge of advanced vocabulary
#3
What does the term 'orthographic processing' refer to in the context of word recognition?
Understanding word meaning
Recognizing words by sight
Decoding phonetic patterns
Processing visual features of written words
#4
Which of the following is an example of an informal reading assessment tool?
SAT exam
DIBELS assessment
State standardized test
Teacher-made checklist
#5
What is the primary goal of the phonics approach in teaching word recognition?
Memorization of whole words
Improving reading speed
Understanding complex syntax
Teaching the relationship between letters and sounds
#6
What is the primary goal of reading interventions for students with weak word-recognition skills?
To memorize long passages
To improve comprehension
To decrease reading speed
To focus on advanced vocabulary
#7
Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for supporting students with weak word-recognition skills?
Repeated readings
Phonics instruction
Speed-reading exercises
Word banks
#8
Which component of reading skills does phonemic awareness primarily focus on?
Word recognition
Understanding syntax
Decoding individual sounds in words
Reading comprehension
#9
What is a common strategy to support students with weak word-recognition skills during reading?
Encouraging silent reading only
Providing audiobooks exclusively
Paired reading with a peer or teacher
Avoiding comprehension questions
#10
Which type of reading strategy involves breaking down words into individual sounds or phonemes?
Whole language approach
Sight-word approach
Phonemic awareness
Reading comprehension
#11
In the context of reading assessments, what does the term 'fluency' refer to?
Speed and accuracy in reading
Knowledge of advanced vocabulary
Memorization of texts
Understanding complex syntax
#12
Which instructional approach is often effective for students with weak word-recognition skills?
Whole language approach
Sight-word approach
Focused solely on phonics
Minimal teacher guidance
#13
Which type of assessment is most appropriate for identifying specific areas of weakness in word recognition?
Standardized testing
Formative assessment
Diagnostic assessment
Summative assessment
#14
What is the role of contextual clues in supporting students with weak word-recognition skills?
To hinder comprehension
To replace the need for word recognition
To provide additional challenges
To support understanding and guess unfamiliar words
#15
Which instructional approach emphasizes teaching the relationship between letters and their sounds?
Whole language approach
Sight-word approach
Phonics instruction
Reading comprehension strategies