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MTEL Foundations Of Reading Test

The Foundations of Reading MTEL^® test has three content subtests: foundations of reading development, development of reading comprehension, and reading assessment and instruction. The candidate is also tested on the ability to apply knowledge and understanding of the subject matter by writing an essay and/or short answer that evaluates and analyzes a subarea of the foundations of reading. There are 97 to 103 multiple choice questions covering the content subareas and two open response questions relevant to the understanding and application of the content.

MTEL Foundations Of Reading Test Practice Questions

1. Students from high literacy home environments:

1. Are surrounded by reading material
2. Have difficulty learning to read
3. Have poor comprehension
4. Have small vocabularies

2. Which of the following is not a way students add a new word to their active vocabulary?

1. It is relevant to them.
2. They are required to memorize it.
3. Is essential to understanding the material
4. Makes a connection to known information

3. The whole language approach used in reading instruction:

1. Builds on previous knowledge
2. Encourages active learning
3. Based on the constructivist learning theory
4. All of the above

4. Phonics:

1. Is analytical
2. Inhibits students from sounding out new words
3. Limits vocabulary
4. Discourages students from taking word apart

5. Which of the following inhibits students’ reading, writing, listening and speaking skills?

1. Ask probing questions
2. Carefully critique written work
3. Dismiss the need to listen
4. Use proper English when speaking

Answer Key | MTEL Foundations Of Reading Test Breakdown