praxis 5002 reading practice questions

A series of tests developed by ETS to assess the skills and knowledge of prospective teachers.

In which of the following words is the rime underlined?
  • A. Cat
  • B. Mock
  • C. Throw
  • D. Dance
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: B

In the word "Mock," the rime consists of the vowel sound and any following consonants, which is "ock." This rime is clearly defined and represents the phonetic structure of the word. In "Cat," the rime is "at," but it is not underlined. Similarly, "Throw" has the rime "ow," which is also not underlined. Lastly, in "Dance," the rime is "ance," but it similarly lacks the underline. Thus, only "Mock" correctly showcases the rime as specified in the question, making it the appropriate choice.

Other Related Questions

The following is a sentence from a student's essay. The students was excited to attend the field trip, accept for the long bus ride to the museum. Which TWO of the following revisions should be made to correct errors in the sentence?
  • A. Change The" to "These""
  • B. Replace was" with "were""
  • C. Change attend" to "attended""
  • D. Remove the comma after trip""
  • E. Change accept" to "except""
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: B,E

The sentence contains grammatical errors that need correction. Changing "was" to "were" (Option B) is necessary because the subject "students" is plural, requiring a plural verb form. Additionally, "accept" should be changed to "except" (Option E), as "except" indicates exclusion, which fits the context of the sentence. Options A and C are incorrect; "The" and "attend" do not require revision for grammatical accuracy. Lastly, Option D is unnecessary as the comma usage is appropriate for separating clauses. Thus, B and E effectively address the errors present.
Which of the following correctly identifies the number of phonemes in the word twice"?"
  • A. 1
  • B. 2
  • C. 4
  • D. 5
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: C

The word "twice" consists of four distinct phonemes: /t/, /w/, /aɪ/, and /s/. Each phoneme represents a unique sound contributing to the pronunciation of the word. Option A (1) is incorrect as it overlooks the individual sounds present. Option B (2) undercounts the phonemes, failing to recognize the complexity of the vowel sound and the consonants. Option D (5) incorrectly suggests an additional phoneme, possibly misinterpreting the vowel sound or including a silent letter. Understanding phonemes is crucial for phonetic awareness and literacy development.
Which THREE of the following statements best describe how improved fluency impacts a student's comprehension?
  • A. Students experience greater comprehension and ability to make connections to the text.
  • B. Students are able to monitor intonation and punctuation to understand meaning of the text.
  • C. Students are able to focus on the meaning ofthe text rather than on laboring through reading the words.
  • D. Students experience a neutral effect on their comprehension but develop a faster reading rate.
  • E. Students are able to recall facts at a higher rate as they gain automaticity.
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: A,B,C

Improved fluency enhances comprehension by allowing students to engage more deeply with the text. Option A is accurate, as fluent readers can make connections and grasp the overall meaning more effectively. Option B is also correct; monitoring intonation and punctuation aids in understanding the nuances of the text. Option C highlights that fluency enables students to concentrate on meaning instead of struggling with word recognition, facilitating deeper comprehension. In contrast, Option D incorrectly suggests that fluency has a neutral effect on comprehension, which undermines its significance. Option E misrepresents automaticity, as it focuses on fact recall rather than the broader understanding that fluency fosters.
Active listening skills are best demonstrated by
  • A. offering thoughtful feedback on someone's idea
  • B. maintaining a neutral facial expression
  • C. adding to a point by eagerly interjecting
  • D. thinking of what to say next while in a discussion
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: A

Active listening skills involve fully engaging with the speaker and demonstrating understanding. Offering thoughtful feedback on someone’s idea shows that you are processing their message and valuing their perspective, which is essential in active listening. Maintaining a neutral facial expression (B) may indicate a lack of engagement or emotion, which can hinder effective communication. Eagerly interjecting to add to a point (C) disrupts the flow of conversation and suggests that you are more focused on your own input than on listening. Lastly, thinking of what to say next while someone is speaking (D) detracts from truly understanding their message, as it diverts attention away from the speaker.