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The PECT PreK–4 exam preparation materials support candidates seeking Pennsylvania teacher certification for pre-kindergarten through fourth grade. Topics include child development and learning, language and literacy, reading instruction, mathematics, assessment, instructional strategies, and developmentally appropriate classroom practices

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PECT PreK-4 Module 1


Question 1.
It is time for the state standardized tests. According to the state, which would be expected of a first year ELL student? a. Require the
student to complete the writing portion of the test but allow the student to complete it in their own language b. Require the student to
take the reading exam without an interpreter c. Require the student to complete the mathematics exam but allow an interpreter for
translating directions and clarifying instructions d. Allow the student to use a bilingual dictionary that includes word definitions or
pictures

ANSWER
C



Question 2.
Which of the following accommodations would be appropriate for a child with a physical disability? a. Use the same materials/means
as have been used for other things in the classroom b. Send the test home with the child to complete c. Allow the child to see the test
and questions prior to taking the test d. Have the child take the exam in a separate room

ANSWER
A



Question 3.
A child has a hearing device. You and the student discuss the device with the class. What is this promoting? a. Positive peer and
student interaction b. Informs the class about the child's disability and implications c. Encourages students to learn other forms of
communication d. Allows other students to communicate for the child

ANSWER
A



Question 4.
A student who is typically well behaved has suddenly started acted out and crying in school. He doesn't want to join the class during
activities. The teacher knows that his sister has recently been diagnosed with leukemia and the family has had stress. The student's
behavior shows which principle of the family systems theory? a. Adaptation b. Triangulation c. Interdependence d. None of the above

ANSWER
C



Question 5.
During a parent teacher conference, the teacher asks, "How and with whom should I disclose information about your child?" This
teacher understands which component of the family systems theory? a. Climate b. Hierarchies c. Rules d. Adaptation

ANSWER
B



Question 6.
What is atypical of four-year-old speech? a. Speech consists of repetitive phrases and words b. Hard time pronouncing different
sounds, like /r/ or /l/ c. Asking grammatically incorrect questions d. Using incorrect verb tenses like "holded"

ANSWER
A




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, Question 7.
Which behavior appears first in an infant? a. Spontaneous laughter b. Angry cry c. Social smile d. Stranger anxiety

ANSWER
C



Question 8.
A student tells a teacher about two instances of physical abuse that happened one year ago. The student begs the teacher to keep it
a secret. How should the teacher respond? a. Document stories and keep an eye out for future signs of abuse b. Keep the child's
secret c. Tell the child you cannot keep it a secret and report it d. None of the above

ANSWER
C



Question 9.
How do you act as an advocate as a teacher? a. Stay after school to help the child b. Meet with an IEP team c. Talk to the student
only d. Talk to other teachers

ANSWER
B



Question 10.
There is going to be a child in your class with leukemia. What possible struggles/problems should you expect to prepare for that could
affect the child's learning? a. Frequent absences b. Struggles with literacy c. Physical appearance d. Behavior issues

ANSWER
A



Question 11.
A teacher has a student with ADHD who has a hard time sitting still for prolonged periods of time. A special speaker is coming in to
speak to the class fro 30 minutes. What should the teacher do to accommodate the student? a. Send the student to another
classroom while the presentation is going on b. Request a paraprofessional for this time period c. Put the student in a space where
he can move around and not distract the speaker d. Keep an eye on the child and take him out of the room if he misbehaves

ANSWER
C



Question 12.
A student with a visual impairment cannot see things that are projected on the wall. A speaker is coming in and showing a slideshow
to the class. How can you best accommodate this student? a. Give the student a written description of the slides b. Sit the student
right next to the projector c. Give the student a paper copy of the slides to follow along with d. Discuss the presentation with the
student after

ANSWER
C




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