RR Phonics Post-Test

Phonics programs are effective when they:

-include a carefully selected set of letter-sound relationships organized into a logical sequence -include a set of precise directions for teaching these relationships -include lots of opportunities for children to apply learning to reading and writing

Phonics instruction is important because it helps students to:

-understand the relationship between letters and sounds -recognize unfamiliar words -improve reading comprehension

The written letter A is a:

grapheme

Phonics instruction is most effective when it is taught:

in primary grades

Which of the following is a component of a reading program?

phonemic awareness instruction phonics instruction print awareness instruction

A teacher who is explaining how to place a set of words into categories based on their spelling patterns is engaged in:

phonics instruction

Effective phonics programs provide students with opportunities to practice applying their knowledge about phonics as they:

read write blend sounds to form words

Phonics instruction:

should be taught because it teaches a system for remembering how to read words

Which is an example of systematic phonics instruction?

teaching a set of letter-sound relationships in a clearly defined sequence

The alphabetic principle is understanding:

the relationship between letters and spoken words