RICA SUBTEST TWO 2026 PRACTICE SOLVED
QUESTIONS REVIEW SET
◉ Non-Technical Academic Language. Answer: Language used across
multiple subjects, such as theory, hypothesis, analysis.
◉ Vocabulary. Answer: A set of words and phrases that a student is
able to use and understand.
◉ How to Teach Vocabulary. Answer: A teaching method called
contextual redefinition, where the teacher displays a text passage
highlighting the vocabulary to be taught. Students independently
read the passage and write their own definitions. They then share
their definitions in small groups and update them. Finally, volunteer
students read their definitions aloud and the teacher writes the
definition on the board.
◉ How to Assess Vocabulary. Answer: Using a standardized
vocabulary test that includes words in context and multiple-choice
options.
◉ How to Differentiate Vocabulary Instruction for Struggling
Readers. Answer: Focus on key vocabulary and non-technical
academic language. Reteach what is not mastered. Provide concrete
examples. Use visual, kinesthetic, and tactile activities.
,◉ How to Differentiate Vocabulary Instruction for English Learners.
Answer: Use transfer of L1 (cognates) and provide concrete
examples.
◉ How to Differentiate Vocabulary Instruction for Advanced
Learners. Answer: Increase the pace of instruction and use more
advanced texts and/or extend assignments.
◉ Factors to Consider when Teaching New Vocabulary. Answer:
Consider the frequency, utility, and level of knowledge of the
vocabulary words.
◉ Three Types of Reading Comprehension. Answer: Literal
Comprehension: Understanding the surface meaning of the text.
Inferential Comprehension: Understanding the implied meaning
through the text. Evaluative Comprehension: Understanding the
implications and making judgments.
◉ How to Teach Reading Comprehension before Reading. Answer:
Activate students' background knowledge using strategies like KWL
Chart, Picture Walk, and setting a purpose for reading.
, ◉ Instructional Strategy and Method to Assess Comprehension of a
Narrative Text. Answer: Use a story grammar outline to assess
comprehension.
◉ Instructional Strategy and Method to Assess Comprehension of an
Expository Text. Answer: Use question-answer relationships to
assess comprehension.
◉ What to Do when a Student is Struggling with Predicting,
Generating Questions, Clarifying, or Summarizing. Answer: Use the
gradual release of responsibility model to support the student.
◉ How to Assess and Differentiate Instruction for Reading
Comprehension. Answer: Use standards-based grading. Assess oral
understanding with retelling and written understanding with
summary writing.
◉ Oral Activity to Assess Reading Comprehension. Answer: Use
strategies like Think Pair Share or Retelling.
◉ Written Activity to Assess Reading Comprehension. Answer: Use
strategies like Student Literature Journal or Summary Writing.
QUESTIONS REVIEW SET
◉ Non-Technical Academic Language. Answer: Language used across
multiple subjects, such as theory, hypothesis, analysis.
◉ Vocabulary. Answer: A set of words and phrases that a student is
able to use and understand.
◉ How to Teach Vocabulary. Answer: A teaching method called
contextual redefinition, where the teacher displays a text passage
highlighting the vocabulary to be taught. Students independently
read the passage and write their own definitions. They then share
their definitions in small groups and update them. Finally, volunteer
students read their definitions aloud and the teacher writes the
definition on the board.
◉ How to Assess Vocabulary. Answer: Using a standardized
vocabulary test that includes words in context and multiple-choice
options.
◉ How to Differentiate Vocabulary Instruction for Struggling
Readers. Answer: Focus on key vocabulary and non-technical
academic language. Reteach what is not mastered. Provide concrete
examples. Use visual, kinesthetic, and tactile activities.
,◉ How to Differentiate Vocabulary Instruction for English Learners.
Answer: Use transfer of L1 (cognates) and provide concrete
examples.
◉ How to Differentiate Vocabulary Instruction for Advanced
Learners. Answer: Increase the pace of instruction and use more
advanced texts and/or extend assignments.
◉ Factors to Consider when Teaching New Vocabulary. Answer:
Consider the frequency, utility, and level of knowledge of the
vocabulary words.
◉ Three Types of Reading Comprehension. Answer: Literal
Comprehension: Understanding the surface meaning of the text.
Inferential Comprehension: Understanding the implied meaning
through the text. Evaluative Comprehension: Understanding the
implications and making judgments.
◉ How to Teach Reading Comprehension before Reading. Answer:
Activate students' background knowledge using strategies like KWL
Chart, Picture Walk, and setting a purpose for reading.
, ◉ Instructional Strategy and Method to Assess Comprehension of a
Narrative Text. Answer: Use a story grammar outline to assess
comprehension.
◉ Instructional Strategy and Method to Assess Comprehension of an
Expository Text. Answer: Use question-answer relationships to
assess comprehension.
◉ What to Do when a Student is Struggling with Predicting,
Generating Questions, Clarifying, or Summarizing. Answer: Use the
gradual release of responsibility model to support the student.
◉ How to Assess and Differentiate Instruction for Reading
Comprehension. Answer: Use standards-based grading. Assess oral
understanding with retelling and written understanding with
summary writing.
◉ Oral Activity to Assess Reading Comprehension. Answer: Use
strategies like Think Pair Share or Retelling.
◉ Written Activity to Assess Reading Comprehension. Answer: Use
strategies like Student Literature Journal or Summary Writing.
