In the Grade 1 Classroom, Six- Year- Old Damon Has

In the Grade 1 classroom, six- year- old Damon has not made a start on reading. He rarely follows the teacher's directions and seems uninterested in stories and verbal activities. The teacher is concerned and recommends assessment. The first step PRIOR to direct testing should be

A) reading assessment to determine Damon's progress in comparison to his peers.
B) psychoeducational assessment to establish mental ability.
C) general achievement testing in all areas requiring reading.
D) screening procedures.
E) transfer Damon to the resource room.