TExES Exam Core Subjects EC-6 2

Question 1

Which reading comprehension strategy involves students predicting what will happen next in a text?

Accepted Answer

Predicting

Answer

Predicting engages students in anticipating future events in a text based on prior knowledge and contextual clues.

Question 2

In EC-6 science, what is the purpose of a fair test?

Accepted Answer

To change only one variable while keeping others constant

Answer

A fair test changes only the independent variable so that results can be attributed to that single factor, maintaining scientific validity.

Question 3

Which graphic organizer BEST helps students compare and contrast two concepts?

Accepted Answer

Venn diagram

Answer

A Venn diagram uses overlapping circles to visually represent shared and distinct characteristics between two concepts.

Question 4

A teacher reads aloud while students follow along in their own copies. This is BEST described as:

Accepted Answer

Shared reading

Answer

Shared reading involves the teacher modeling fluent reading while students follow along, supporting early literacy development.

Question 5

Which mathematical practice in EC-6 involves students explaining their reasoning to peers?

Accepted Answer

Constructing viable arguments and critiquing the reasoning of others

Answer

Constructing viable arguments requires students to articulate mathematical thinking and evaluate the reasoning strategies of classmates.

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