ESL Reading Fluency & Speed 2

Question 1

Which technique helps a reader move faster by avoiding re-reading the same line?

Accepted Answer

Regression control

Answer

Regression control trains your eyes to move forward consistently instead of backtracking to reread words.

Question 2

A fluent reader reading 250 words per minute encounters a difficult paragraph and slows to 120 wpm. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Appropriate rate adjustment

Answer

Skilled readers naturally slow down for complex text and speed up for easier passages.

Question 3

What is 'chunking' in the context of reading fluency?

Accepted Answer

Grouping words into meaningful phrases

Answer

Chunking means reading groups of words together as a unit, which reduces the number of eye stops and increases speed.

Question 4

When reading for fluency practice, which material is most appropriate for a beginner ESL student?

Accepted Answer

Text slightly below their reading level

Answer

Reading slightly below your level allows you to focus on speed and expression rather than decoding difficult words.

Question 5

The term 'prosody' in reading fluency refers to:

Accepted Answer

Rhythm, intonation, and expression during reading

Answer

Prosody is the musical quality of oral reading—using proper stress, phrasing, and expression to convey meaning.

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