PRAXIS Teaching Reading: Phonics and Word Analysis 3

Question 1

Which word demonstrates an r-controlled vowel?

Accepted Answer

bird

Answer

In 'bird' the 'r' alters the vowel sound, producing the r-controlled /ur/ sound.

Question 2

A teacher introduces word families such as -at, -an, and -ap. This approach primarily builds skill with:

Accepted Answer

Onset and rime

Answer

Word families teach rimes, helping students decode by analogy using the onset and rime structure.

Question 3

Which pair of words contains a diphthong?

Accepted Answer

coin, loud

Answer

'Coin' (oi) and 'loud' (ou) each contain a diphthong, a vowel sound that glides between two positions.

Question 4

The most effective sequence for systematic phonics instruction generally moves from:

Accepted Answer

Simple, high-utility patterns to more complex patterns

Answer

Systematic phonics follows a planned scope and sequence from simple, frequently used patterns to more complex ones.

Question 5

A student can read 'cat' but not 'scat.' Targeted instruction should focus on:

Accepted Answer

Decoding consonant blends

Answer

The added 'sc' is a consonant blend, so the student needs practice blending adjacent consonant sounds.

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