TExES Science of Teaching Reading
(STR) (293) Quiz 1 Exam Question &
Answers 2025
A reading teacher has built 50 minutes into her weekly schedule each
week for students to read a book of their choice. What is the biggest
benefit of using class time for student-led independent reading?
A
Students will be able to meet classroom reading goals without reading
at home.
B
It promotes the idea that reading is pleasurable and enjoyable.
C
It allows the teacher to catch up on lesson plans and grading during this
time.
D
Students can practice reading lessons learned that week under the
guidance of the teacher. - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔Correct Choice: B
By providing class time to read books of student choice, the teacher is
validating that reading is fun and worth spending time doing.
A second-grade teacher is emailing parents with a list of ideas that
parents can use to support their children's literacy development. Which
of the following suggestions is least likely to appear on that list?
A
Make time for your child to read aloud to you.
, TExES Science of Teaching Reading
(STR) (293) Quiz 1 Exam Question &
Answers 2025
B
Read aloud to your child.
C
Find opportunities for your child to see you reading books.
D
Encourage variety by providing new books and discourage your child
from rereading books. - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔Correct Choice: D
It is beneficial to children's fluency to reread books. Parents should not
be told to discourage rereading.
Which of the following classroom scenarios would NOT be specifically
benefited by the use of small group instruction?
A
a third-grade class with multiple English language learners
B
a first-grade class that presents classroom management challenges,
such as struggling to remain on task
C
a fifth-grade class with students at a wide range of reading levels
D
(STR) (293) Quiz 1 Exam Question &
Answers 2025
A reading teacher has built 50 minutes into her weekly schedule each
week for students to read a book of their choice. What is the biggest
benefit of using class time for student-led independent reading?
A
Students will be able to meet classroom reading goals without reading
at home.
B
It promotes the idea that reading is pleasurable and enjoyable.
C
It allows the teacher to catch up on lesson plans and grading during this
time.
D
Students can practice reading lessons learned that week under the
guidance of the teacher. - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔Correct Choice: B
By providing class time to read books of student choice, the teacher is
validating that reading is fun and worth spending time doing.
A second-grade teacher is emailing parents with a list of ideas that
parents can use to support their children's literacy development. Which
of the following suggestions is least likely to appear on that list?
A
Make time for your child to read aloud to you.
, TExES Science of Teaching Reading
(STR) (293) Quiz 1 Exam Question &
Answers 2025
B
Read aloud to your child.
C
Find opportunities for your child to see you reading books.
D
Encourage variety by providing new books and discourage your child
from rereading books. - CORRECT ANSWERS ✔✔Correct Choice: D
It is beneficial to children's fluency to reread books. Parents should not
be told to discourage rereading.
Which of the following classroom scenarios would NOT be specifically
benefited by the use of small group instruction?
A
a third-grade class with multiple English language learners
B
a first-grade class that presents classroom management challenges,
such as struggling to remain on task
C
a fifth-grade class with students at a wide range of reading levels
D
