Spelling is best reinforced exclusively through explicit reading instruction. (True or false?)

Spelling is best reinforced exclusively through explicit reading instruction.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Ques. 2

To help with comprehension, students should make connections from__________.
 
  A) text to self
  B) text to text
  C) text to world
  D) all of the above

Ques. 3

Most state assessment tests for middle-grade students include reading for information, literary purposes, and ________.
 
  A) for pleasure
  B) for a set of criteria
  C) to perform tasks
  D) for technological advancement

Ques. 4

Researchers have demonstrated that through wide reading, children can expand their vocabularies by more than ________ each year.
 
  A) 500 words
  B) 1000 words
  C) 5000 words
  D) 7500 words

Ques. 5

Which of the following is generally not true of an integrated unit of instruction?
 
  A) The focus of the unit is limited to one subject area.
  B) The unit crosses several subject areas.
  C) Reading materials include multiple genres.
  D) Integrated units provide opportunities for reading, writing, and presentations.

Ques. 6

Which of the following is an example of a thematic statement?
 
  A) frogs and tadpoles
  B) the interrelationship of biomes and humans
  C) the Civil War
  D) Do you agree with the Supreme Court's decision?

Ques. 7

Why is developing visual literacy important in the middle grades? How would you assist your students in developing visual literacy within the context of an integrated unit?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Ques. 8

Identify and describe the key strategies of reading comprehension discussed within this chapter.
 
  What will be an ideal response?