Question 1

Which statement best describes the "Introducing the Text" part of a literacy lesson?

Accepted Answer

The Introducing the Text part of a literacy lesson typically involves activating and assessing students' background knowledge, teaching key vocabulary, and providing purposes for reading. This answer choice captures all of these elements. Option A only mentions teaching key vocabulary and setting purposes, while Option B only mentions activating background knowledge and giving purposes. Option C is similar to Option B, but also includes providing background knowledge. Option D is the most comprehensive and accurate description.

Question 2

What is the major use of predictable text?

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Predictable text can be used for all of the above- introducing authentic literature through shared reading, providing practice through repeated reading, and for shared reading and read-aloud at any point.

Question 3

The reading mode that provides the greatest amount of student support is:

Accepted Answer

Teacher read-aloud provides the greatest amount of student support as the teacher models fluent reading, demonstrates comprehension strategies, and can adjust the pace and explanations according to student needs.

Question 4

What are the three components of a guided listening lesson?

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Question 5

The four steps of a brief lesson for a specific purpose should include introduction, teacher modeling, student modeling/practice, and:

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The fourth step of a brief lesson for a specific purpose should be summarizing and reflecting, which allows students to review the main points of the lesson and apply their new knowledge to a real-world context. This step helps reinforce the learning and promotes deeper understanding. Option A and B do not accurately reflect this final step, and Option D includes "extending" which is not necessarily part of the final step of the lesson.

Question 6

Another name for cooperative reading is:

Accepted Answer

Cooperative reading can also be referred to as buddy reading, partner reading, or paired reading. All of these terms refer to the same strategy where students work in pairs and take turns reading aloud to each other, providing feedback and support along the way.

Question 7

After a minilesson, students should be able to:

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The purpose of a minilesson is to introduce new learning or reinforce previous learning, so the goal should be for students to be able to demonstrate their understanding of the new skill or concept. Passing a test or completing a skills page may show some level of understanding, but it doesn't necessarily mean that students have mastered the concept. Reading fluently may also be a goal, but it's not necessarily related to the specific learning goal of the minilesson.

Question 8

Guidelines for selecting quality authentic literature include student appeal, literary quality, cultural and social authenticity, and:

Accepted Answer

Developmental appropriateness is an important consideration when selecting literature for students. The content and complexity of the text should align with the students' reading abilities and cognitive development.

Question 9

Which group of students will benefit from daily independent writing?

Accepted Answer

All students can benefit from daily independent writing, as it fosters creativity, language development, critical thinking skills, and self-expression. It also helps students to become more confident and proficient writers, regardless of their starting level.

Question 10

What term is defined as the ability to read words quickly and accurately?

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Automaticity is the term used to describe a reader's ability to read words quickly and accurately without conscious effort. It is an important component of reading fluency. Option B, readability, refers to the ease with which a text can be read and understood. Option C, authenticity, refers to the accuracy and truthfulness of a text. Option D, decodability, refers to the degree to which words can be accurately and easily decoded by a reader.

Question 11

Which of the following is the best description of decodable texts?

Accepted Answer

Decodable texts are designed to help young children develop their reading skills by providing text that is made up of words that can be read using the phonics skills they have been taught, as well as a limited number of high-frequency words. This allows them to practice their decoding skills and build their confidence as readers. Choice B is incorrect because decodable texts are specifically designed to support the use of phonics rules. Choice C is incorrect because there may be high-frequency words included in decodable texts. Choice D is incorrect because some preteaching of skills or vocabulary may still be necessary with decodable texts.

Question 12

The ultimate goal of literacy instruction is for students to:

Accepted Answer

The ultimate goal of literacy instruction is for students to become proficient readers and critical thinkers who are able to engage with authentic literature in order to expand their knowledge and understanding of the world. While learning skills and passing state tests are important, they should not be the sole focus of literacy instruction. Additionally, receiving intervention should be considered a step towards achieving the ultimate goal of literacy, rather than the goal itself.

Question 13

What term describes the support given to students until they are able to perform a task independently?

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Scaffolding is the term used to describe the support provided to students until they can perform a task independently. The support is gradually removed as the student gains proficiency. Aligning refers to ensuring that curriculum standards and goals are matched with instructional practices. Automatic is a term used to describe a task that is performed without conscious thought or effort. Recognition refers to the identification of something previously learned or encountered.

Question 14

Which type of text is particularly appropriate as students first begin to acquire decoding skills?

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Question 15

Which of the following sequences of writing modes reflects decreasing teacher support and increasing student independence?

Accepted Answer

This sequence begins with write-aloud, in which the teacher models writing while verbalizing the thought process. Then it moves to shared writing, where the teacher and students write together, with the teacher still providing significant support. Next is guided writing, where the teacher gradually releases more responsibility to the students. Collaborative/cooperative writing comes next, where students work together in groups to plan and produce writing. Finally, independent writing is the mode where students work completely on their own with minimal teacher support. Therefore, option D reflects decreasing teacher support and increasing student independence.

Question 16

Who is responsible for creating the circumstances and conditions that support classroom instruction?

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The teacher is ultimately responsible for creating the circumstances and conditions that support classroom instruction. While the Common Core State Standards and grade-level teams may provide guidance and support, it is ultimately up to the teacher to create a learning environment that is safe, engaging, and conducive to learning. Additionally, while students may play a role in their own learning, they are not ultimately responsible for creating the conditions that support instruction.

Question 17

Which of the following student activities can provide motivation and enjoyment, build background, develop vocabulary, model fluency, and teach specific strategies and skills for comprehension?

Accepted Answer

Listening to the teacher reading aloud can provide motivation and enjoyment, build background knowledge, develop vocabulary, model fluency, and teach specific strategies and skills for comprehension.

Question 18

Which is the best description of predictable text?

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Predictable text refers to a text that has a repeated pattern, which helps readers anticipate what comes next, aiding in reading fluency and comprehension.

Question 19

Which statement is not true of minilessons?

Accepted Answer

Minilessons can vary in duration but are typically shorter, ranging from 10-20 minutes. 30-40 minutes would be too long for a minilesson, which should be focused, concise, and targeted.

Question 20

During the "Reading and Responding to the Text" part of a literacy lesson, which of the following best describes what determines the mode of reading and level of support that is needed?

Accepted Answer

The difficulty and complexity of the text and the needs of the students determine the mode of reading and level of support needed. This takes into account the students' abilities, but also incorporates the text itself and the supports necessary to ensure comprehension. Vocabulary may be one aspect considered, but it is not the only determining factor. Previous difficulty with the text is less important than the current needs and abilities of the students.

Quiz 2: Frameworks for Effective Standards Based Literacy Lessons