Entry Exam Category: Graduate & Professional Program Admission Exams
Course: Praxis
Exam: Praxis Reading Language Arts 5002 Practice Test
Practice Question
Which of the following best describes why phonological awareness is predictive of beginning reading success?
Answer Choices
- A: It is an auditory skill in which understanding of letter-sound relationships is developed.
- B: It is a visual skill in which letter recognition skills are developed.
- C: It is a speaking skill in which oral production of letter sounds is developed.
- D: It is a fine motor skill in which letter formation skills are developed.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phonological awareness, an auditory skill, supports reading by fostering sound manipulation, aiding phonics. It's not visual, speaking, or motor-based, making A correct.