MTTC English Language Arts 2

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of an explicit phonics lesson?

Accepted Answer

The teacher directly teaches the sound-spelling correspondence of 'sh' with examples

Answer

Explicit phonics instruction directly and systematically teaches the relationship between letters and sounds.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of using graphic organizers in reading comprehension instruction?

Accepted Answer

To visually organize ideas and relationships within a text

Answer

Graphic organizers help students visually map relationships between concepts, supporting comprehension and recall.

Question 3

A student writes 'I goed to the store.' This error is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Overgeneralization of the regular past tense rule

Answer

The student has correctly learned the regular past tense '-ed' rule but overapplied it to an irregular verb, which is a normal developmental stage.

Question 4

Which reading comprehension strategy involves students generating questions before, during, and after reading?

Accepted Answer

Questioning/Self-questioning

Answer

The questioning strategy keeps students actively engaged and monitoring their own understanding throughout the reading process.

Question 5

What does 'close reading' emphasize in literacy instruction?

Accepted Answer

Deep, analytical reading of a short, complex text with multiple re-readings

Answer

Close reading focuses on careful, repeated analysis of a short, rigorous text to extract deep meaning and craft.

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