OAE Reading Fluency 2

Question 1

Choral reading is a fluency-building strategy in which:

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The teacher and students read a text aloud simultaneously

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Students independently read a text three or more times

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Students take turns reading alternate paragraphs

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Students record themselves reading and listen for errors

Question 2

Partner reading as a fluency strategy works best when:

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A stronger reader and a developing reader take turns reading with feedback

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Two students of equal ability read separately and compare scores

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Students read independently and only partner for comprehension discussion

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Partners choose texts independently without teacher guidance

Question 3

Reader's Theater is a fluency activity in which students:

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Repeatedly read and rehearse scripts in preparation for a performance

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Memorize and perform a play without scripts

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Listen to the teacher read a book aloud and then discuss it

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Write their own scripts after reading a story independently

Question 4

According to the National Reading Panel, which method has the strongest evidence for improving fluency?

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Guided oral reading with feedback and repetition

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Sustained silent reading (SSR) alone

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Round-robin reading in groups

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Computer-based reading programs only

Question 5

A student's reading rate falls significantly below grade-level norms. Before attributing this solely to fluency, the teacher should first rule out:

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Decoding deficits that are causing the slow rate

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The student's preference for silent reading

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The student's level of interest in the topic

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Whether the text is fiction or nonfiction

Question 6

Automaticity in word recognition is important primarily because it:

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Reduces the mental effort needed for decoding so attention can shift to comprehension

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Ensures students read with perfect accuracy 100% of the time

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Eliminates the need for phonics instruction in later grades

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Guarantees strong vocabulary development