DRP Test Structure Flashcards

What is the purpose of including passages at multiple difficulty levels in the DRP?

Answer: To identify each student's independent and instructional reading range

Using passages of varying difficulty allows the DRP to pinpoint the range within which a student can read independently versus where they need instructional support.

Which of the following is NOT a feature of DRP test passages?

Answer: They require students to write essay responses

DRP passages use a multiple-choice cloze format, not essay writing; students select words rather than produce extended written responses.

How does the DRP account for guessing on its cloze items?

Answer: The five-option format reduces guessing probability to 20%

With five answer choices per blank, the probability of guessing correctly is only 20%, making random guessing unlikely to substantially inflate scores.

What makes the DRP different from an informal reading inventory (IRI)?

Answer: The DRP is a standardized group-administered test with national norms

Unlike an IRI, which is individually administered and informal, the DRP is a standardized, norm-referenced assessment that can be given to groups and compared to national data.

What aspect of reading does the DRP NOT directly measure?

Answer: Reading rate or fluency speed

The DRP assesses comprehension accuracy, not how fast students read; it does not time individual passages or calculate words per minute.

What is the role of passage context in answering DRP items correctly?

Answer: Context is essential because each blank can only be filled correctly by reading the surrounding text

DRP items are specifically designed so that the correct answer cannot be determined without understanding the broader passage context, ensuring comprehension is being tested.