MTEL Reading Comprehension

Question 1

The Simple View of Reading, frequently cited on the MTEL Foundations of Reading, states that reading comprehension equals:

Accepted Answer

Decoding × language comprehension

Answer

The Simple View of Reading (Gough & Tunmer) defines reading comprehension as the product of decoding ability and language comprehension — both are necessary.

Question 2

Schema theory, as it relates to reading comprehension on the MTEL Foundations of Reading, suggests that readers:

Accepted Answer

Use prior knowledge structures (schemas) to interpret, organize, and remember new information from text

Answer

Schema theory holds that readers draw on existing knowledge frameworks to make sense of new information, integrating text content with what they already know.

Question 3

On the MTEL Foundations of Reading, which comprehension strategy involves creating mental pictures of events and descriptions while reading?

Accepted Answer

Visualizing (creating mental images)

Answer

Visualizing is a comprehension strategy in which readers create mental images of what is described in text, deepening engagement and understanding.

Question 4

A student reads an expository text and identifies the problem-solution structure. This demonstrates knowledge of:

Accepted Answer

Expository text structure

Answer

Expository text structures (e.g., problem-solution, cause-effect, compare-contrast, description, sequence) organize informational text, and recognizing them aids comprehension.

Question 5

On the MTEL Foundations of Reading, which text feature distinguishes narrative text from expository text?

Accepted Answer

Narrative text is organized around story grammar elements (characters, plot, setting, theme); expository text presents factual information in organizational structures

Answer

Narrative text follows story grammar with characters, setting, and plot, while expository text presents facts and ideas using structures such as cause-effect or compare-contrast.

MTEL - Foundations of Reading Exam Practice Test

MTEL - Foundations of Reading Exam Practice Test

MTEL Reading Comprehension