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PLT (K-6) PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS 2025 | GRADED A+
A teacher introduces multiplying two-digit numbers by breaking down each step
during whole-class instruction.
Three students continue to struggle after four days of instruction and practice. The
teacher provides three additional days of small-group instruction to the students,
who are then able to be successful independently.
Which of the following learning theories does this best represent? - correct-
answer-Zone of Proximal Development
Theorist - Lev Vygotsky
Definition - the student receive additional coaching and scaffolding from the
teacher to be successful in mastering a task
After the first week of school, a beginning teacher has concerns about managing
behavior in the classroom.
What is the teacher's best first step to address the concern? - correct-answer-
Keep a reflective journal about the types of problematic behaviors that occur
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What is an example of differentiated instruction? - correct-answer-A teacher
maximizes each student's growth by meeting his or her level of readiness
Differentiating instruction ensures that each student's needs are individually
addressed.
A teacher administers a summative test following a unit of study. More than 80
percent of the students receive a grade of 50 percent or below.
What is the next step for the teacher to take? - correct-answer-Reteaching
content not mastered and reassessing students with a new tool
What describes the primary role of a mentor working with a new teacher? -
correct-answer-The mentor observes the new teacher in the classroom and then
meets with the teacher to discuss and reflect on the observations and plan
strategies for improvement
Mentors support new teachers by observing them in the classroom and debriefing
and reflecting with them after class.
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Prior to an activity, a teacher gives students written criteria that explain what they
will need to know in order to receive a specific grade.
Which assessment tool is the teacher most likely using? - correct-answer-Rubric
Definition - written criteria that detail expectations of what students will need to
know and be able to do in order to receive a given grade
Rubrics help instructors develop clear learning objectives for students and guide
students' efforts, if provided before the activity
What can encourage parents to help their child continue his/her learning after
school hours? - correct-answer-Posting assignments on a Web sit so parents can
monitor their child's work
A student who has been diagnosed with ADHD needs additional time to complete
work and to take tests.
Which piece of legislation is more appropriate for the school to use in
implementing a plan to help the student? - correct-answer-Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act
PLT (K-6) PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS 2025 | GRADED A+
A teacher introduces multiplying two-digit numbers by breaking down each step
during whole-class instruction.
Three students continue to struggle after four days of instruction and practice. The
teacher provides three additional days of small-group instruction to the students,
who are then able to be successful independently.
Which of the following learning theories does this best represent? - correct-
answer-Zone of Proximal Development
Theorist - Lev Vygotsky
Definition - the student receive additional coaching and scaffolding from the
teacher to be successful in mastering a task
After the first week of school, a beginning teacher has concerns about managing
behavior in the classroom.
What is the teacher's best first step to address the concern? - correct-answer-
Keep a reflective journal about the types of problematic behaviors that occur
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What is an example of differentiated instruction? - correct-answer-A teacher
maximizes each student's growth by meeting his or her level of readiness
Differentiating instruction ensures that each student's needs are individually
addressed.
A teacher administers a summative test following a unit of study. More than 80
percent of the students receive a grade of 50 percent or below.
What is the next step for the teacher to take? - correct-answer-Reteaching
content not mastered and reassessing students with a new tool
What describes the primary role of a mentor working with a new teacher? -
correct-answer-The mentor observes the new teacher in the classroom and then
meets with the teacher to discuss and reflect on the observations and plan
strategies for improvement
Mentors support new teachers by observing them in the classroom and debriefing
and reflecting with them after class.
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Prior to an activity, a teacher gives students written criteria that explain what they
will need to know in order to receive a specific grade.
Which assessment tool is the teacher most likely using? - correct-answer-Rubric
Definition - written criteria that detail expectations of what students will need to
know and be able to do in order to receive a given grade
Rubrics help instructors develop clear learning objectives for students and guide
students' efforts, if provided before the activity
What can encourage parents to help their child continue his/her learning after
school hours? - correct-answer-Posting assignments on a Web sit so parents can
monitor their child's work
A student who has been diagnosed with ADHD needs additional time to complete
work and to take tests.
Which piece of legislation is more appropriate for the school to use in
implementing a plan to help the student? - correct-answer-Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act
