C380 EDUC 6280
Language Arts Instruction &
Intervention
FA REVIEW
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an evidence-based
strategy for reading comprehension?
a) Repeated reading
b) Previewing text
c) Generating questions
d) All of the above
Correct Answer: d) All of the above
Rationale: Each option represents a recognized strategy for
enhancing reading comprehension, making the combined choice
the most comprehensive Answer.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: __________ is a pedagogical approach that
emphasizes the importance of background knowledge in reading
comprehension.
Correct Answer: Schema theory
Rationale: Schema theory posits that readers comprehend texts
by activating their pre-existing knowledge structures, or schemas.
3. True/False: Phonemic awareness is not related to a student's
ability to comprehend written texts.
Correct Answer: False
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, Rationale: Phonemic awareness, the ability to recognize and
manipulate sounds in words, is foundational for decoding and
ultimately for comprehension.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the following
are components of effective literacy instruction?
a) Explicit instruction in phonemic awareness
b) Systematic phonics instruction
c) Opportunities for repeated oral reading
d) Integration of technology
Correct Answers: a), b), c)
Rationale: These components are supported by research as
effective elements of literacy instruction. While technology can be
beneficial, it is not a core component.
5. Multiple Choice: In the context of language arts, 'scaffolding'
refers to:
a) The structure of a well-organized paragraph
b) The support provided by educators to facilitate student
learning
c) A strategy for teaching spelling
d) The framework for a debate
©WGU 2024/2025
Language Arts Instruction &
Intervention
FA REVIEW
©WGU 2024/2025
,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an evidence-based
strategy for reading comprehension?
a) Repeated reading
b) Previewing text
c) Generating questions
d) All of the above
Correct Answer: d) All of the above
Rationale: Each option represents a recognized strategy for
enhancing reading comprehension, making the combined choice
the most comprehensive Answer.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: __________ is a pedagogical approach that
emphasizes the importance of background knowledge in reading
comprehension.
Correct Answer: Schema theory
Rationale: Schema theory posits that readers comprehend texts
by activating their pre-existing knowledge structures, or schemas.
3. True/False: Phonemic awareness is not related to a student's
ability to comprehend written texts.
Correct Answer: False
©WGU 2024/2025
, Rationale: Phonemic awareness, the ability to recognize and
manipulate sounds in words, is foundational for decoding and
ultimately for comprehension.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the following
are components of effective literacy instruction?
a) Explicit instruction in phonemic awareness
b) Systematic phonics instruction
c) Opportunities for repeated oral reading
d) Integration of technology
Correct Answers: a), b), c)
Rationale: These components are supported by research as
effective elements of literacy instruction. While technology can be
beneficial, it is not a core component.
5. Multiple Choice: In the context of language arts, 'scaffolding'
refers to:
a) The structure of a well-organized paragraph
b) The support provided by educators to facilitate student
learning
c) A strategy for teaching spelling
d) The framework for a debate
©WGU 2024/2025
