ALTA Alliance Practice Exam

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• Dr. Doris Johnson and Dr. Helmer Myklebust described two types of dyslexia. What are they?
• What type of assessment provides a detailed analysis of a student's strengths and weaknesses?
• Individuals with poor orthographic awareness may struggle with which of the following?
• Oral language is characterized as being:
• In the context of reading instruction, what is blending primarily focused on?
• What process is foundational for developing reading skills, starting with compound words and moving toward phonemes?
• What is meant by the "Alphabetic Principle"?
• What does ESL represent in education?
• According to the developmental viewpoint, when does fluency start to develop?
• What are the phases included in the phase theory of reading?
• Which of the following is a symptom of individuals exhibiting poor orthographic awareness?
• Which approach is recommended when teaching homophones?
• Who first identified dyslexia in autopsies in the 19th century?
• What does the term "tactile" specifically refer to?
• What issue does writing problems represent for many adults?
• What does WRAT measure?
• Which syllable type includes words that often end with a consonant?
• What kind of spelling differences can occur between Spanish and English?
• Concept mapping primarily utilizes what kind of features?
• Which of the following best describes "affixes" in terms of word formation?
• What educational approach did Anna Gillingham and Bessie Stillman develop in the 1930s?
• What is the process of combining morphemes and free morphemes to create meaningful language called?
• Which grade level does linguistic complexity begin to affect students significantly?
• What is the primary goal of assessments like TPRI and DIBELS?
• Which of the following skills is NOT typically included in executive functions?
• Which aspect is emphasized in the 'Revising and Editing' phase?
• How can writing instruction impact reading skills?
• Which of these pairs contains an inflectional suffix?
• What is the main function of the left frontal cortex?
• What is the primary goal of summative assessments?
• What is the purpose of an IEP?
• Under what condition does a person qualify for benefits under Section 504 and IDEA?
• Why is oral language practice emphasized in the MSLE curriculum?
• Why is phoneme deletion an important skill in phonological awareness?
• What is progress monitoring?
• Which standardized measure assesses various aspects of memory, including working memory?
• How can fluency be seen as a bridge in literacy?
• Which assessment identifies students who may need alternate forms of instruction?
• What ability is demonstrated when a child produces spontaneous rhyme without being aware they are rhyming?
• What aspect of cognitive function is often linked with metacognition?
• What does the discrepancy between reading/spelling and other areas help assess, according to WJ III?
• Which method is claimed to be effective for those with visual dyslexia according to Johnson and Myklebust?
• Which testing approach assesses a wide range of academic skills?
• How does phonemic awareness impact literacy among Spanish speakers?
• What is a key characteristic of effective phonics instruction?
• What was dyslexia originally thought to be a type of?
• Which theory describes two distinct processes involved in reading words?
• What does the acronym VAKT integrate in its learning model?
• What type of spelling involves connecting speech to print at a syllable level?
• What method did Dr. Grace Fernald develop?
• What can be said about the male to female ratio in dyslexia prevalence?
• How is "dyslexia" primarily classified?
• How do read aloud sessions benefit students?
• What are pseudowords?
• Why is the teaching of rhyme important in preschool educational practices?
• What part of the syllable does the onset refer to?
• What is a key factor in the success of early intervention for English Language Learners (ELL’s)?
• Which of the following aspects does NOT contribute to developing oral language skills during read alouds?
• Memory span is defined as:
• What is a characteristic of surface dyslexia as a subtype?
• What is considered the most effective way to teach grammar?
• What is the goal of formal spelling education?
• What does letter writing connect?
• Who can be classified as a "poor comprehender"?
• Which of the following pairs of words illustrates a vowel pair?
• What does DIBELS stand for?
• What is emergent literacy?
• Which technique is essential for spelling and can incorporate manipulatives to aid learning?
• In teaching spelling, what should guide instruction?
• What are probes used for in an educational context?
• Which of the following best describes the nature of written language according to the flashcards?
• What phonics method involves segmenting words into phonemes and selecting corresponding letters?
• How can morphological rules assist in the context of spelling?
• What does a coordinating conjunction do?
• What should be the order of instruction in handwriting?
• Which of the following best describes the approach of analytic instruction?
• Which method emphasizes tracing words after they are written by the teacher?
• Which approach to phonics involves breaking down words from whole to parts?
• Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of handwriting difficulties?
• What may appropriate education under Section 504 include?
• What is characterized by taking words and breaking them into parts?
• What symptom may indicate poor orthographic awareness in individuals?
• What does the Neurological Impress Method (Plus) aim to develop in students?
• Which doctor believed children should be diagnosed for intervention rather than labeling purposes?
• Who believed that clinical teaching was important for dyslexia intervention?
• Which spelling development stage is involved when children demonstrate a limited understanding of phonetic principles?
• What does the doubling rule refer to?
• What happens to students with learning disabilities who receive interventions after 3rd grade?
• Which type of literacy occurs when stories are read to children?
• What informal measure could be used to assess RAN abilities?
• According to NAEP findings, what percentage of 4th graders continued to show a lack of fluent reading 10 years after assessment?
• What is the focus of the proposed change from "reading disability" to "dyslexia"?
• Which educators are associated with the developmental viewpoint of fluency?
• Which of the following is part of a traditional IEP?
• What are the five pillars of reading?
• What is the main goal of utilizing high quality literature alongside phonics instruction?
• At what age do executive functions begin to develop?
• How much more practice do dyslexic students typically require?
• What is a key characteristic of effective spelling assessments for dyslexic students?
• What characterizes quasi-experimental research?
• Which characteristic is key to developing fluency in reading?
• What method uses boxes to represent words and can utilize manipulatives to represent sounds?
• Which type of spelling accounts for every sound but is not conventional?
• What does automaticity in reading refer to?
• What does the term "word blindness" indicate?
• Which letters represent the succession of movements in 'swing up, stop'?
• Which disorder is characterized by weakness in the muscles required for producing speech sounds?
• What relationship exists between reading ability and intelligence in dyslexic students?
• High frequency words refer to:
• What term describes the process of children understanding how books are used and designed?
• Who would primarily benefit from the framework provided by IDEA?
• Which area of the brain is primarily responsible for language development?
• Which type of data is summative data?
• To which aspect of learning do letter names contribute?
• What is the term for the rapid alternating movements of the jaw, tongue, lips, teeth, and soft palate necessary for speech?
• Which test is used to assess cognitive and language development?
• Which feature is NOT included in the Common Features of MSLE curriculum?
• Which of the following best describes kinesthetic memory?
• What advantage does improved handwriting provide in terms of spelling?
• Which cognitive assessment measure is commonly used for memory evaluation?
• What does metalinguistics refer to?
• In morphology, what is combined to form meaningful language?
• Which type of conjunction is a pair of words that links independent clauses?
• In the context of ELLs, what is crucial for their success in learning English?
• Which term refers to the arrangement of words and phrases to form well-structured sentences in a language?
• What distinguishes experimental research from other types of research?
• Which assessment type would be least effective for students with dyslexia?
• Which area of the brain is associated with visual-verbal associations?
• Which of the following defines a vowel-r syllable?
• What causes spelling complexity in students?
• Which general characteristic is found in individuals with dyslexia and ADHD?
• Qualitative research is primarily concerned with what?
• Who conducted research on the anatomical causes of dyslexia?
• What does descriptive writing primarily focus on?
• Which of the following is an example of a final stable syllable?
• What is an essential phonological awareness skill expected from kindergarteners?
• Which of the following is essential for effective kindergarten writing?
• Which descriptor is true regarding a dyslexic reader's comprehension skills?
• What does the term prosody refer to in reading?
• Which component of language is defined as the structure of whole sentences?
• What task is expected from first graders in phonological awareness?
• What is IMSLEC recognized for?
• Formative data primarily provides information about what?
• Which sound is referred to as schwa?
• What type of information is typically included in a SPED evaluation?
• What does the term "auditory" refer to?
• What is metalinguistics?
• Which of the following behaviors might be observed in individuals with dyslexia in social contexts?
• The term MSL refers to what educational approach?
• What type of research involves random assignment to groups to test hypotheses?
• Which term refers to the understanding and rules of word meanings?
• What does semantics refer to in language?
• Which method groups words by their phonetic families?
• What does the PALS assessment aim to identify?
• What does the Woodcock Johnson Psycho-Education Battery primarily assess?
• According to the weekly spelling list structure, what should be introduced on Monday?
• What attempts have been made to "normalize" spelling?
• What is emphasized in Dr. Grace Fernald's learning approach?
• What defines a formal assessment in education?
• The Neurological Impress Method (Plus) suggests sitting where while reading with a student?
• Which approach should be taken when teaching spelling to avoid confusion for poor spellers?
• Why is letter reading important for comprehension?
• How often should instruction using the Neurological Impress Method (Plus) be conducted for maximum effectiveness?
• What does the acronym IDEA stand for in the context of education?
• What does an inflectional suffix do?
• Which process is part of the SQ3R method?
• What is the main purpose of a spelling flow list?
• Which of the following represents a vowel-consonant-e pattern?
• How can grading be effectively conducted for spelling tasks?
• What does progress monitoring track for all students, regardless of tier?
• What is typically based on assessment results when developing an IEP?
• Which of the following represents a pattern of vowel-consonant-vowel?
• What does a norm-referenced test allow?
• Which writing style is the most common type of writing?
• Which component of phonics is important for students with dyslexia?
• What aspect of early intervention can benefit ELL’s significantly?
• What proposed change was suggested for the term "reading disability" in the DSM-5?
• Which state is noted for having specific laws addressing the education of dyslexic students?
• What is one reason for using a silent 'e' at the end of a word?
• On which day are students primarily assessed on their spelling knowledge?
• What is a derivational suffix?
• What approach allows students to practice reading with expression and pacing alongside a teacher?
• What is the primary goal of phrase work in reading?
• What does a diagnostic measure focus on?
• Content of language specifically relates to which of the following?
• Which sensory function does the term "visual" describe?
• Which type of spelling utilizes pictures and letter-like figures?
• What are suprasegmentals in the context of oral language?
• What does "modality" refer to in the context of sensory processing?
• Dr. James Hinshelwood believed word blindness was related to which part of the brain?
• Which activity is part of the procession of phonological awareness?
• What type of test is a norm-referenced test?
• Which assessment method is primarily conducted by Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs)?
• What does the term "Embedded" refer to in reading instruction?
• Which of the following describes a closed syllable?
• Which of the following assessments measures knowledge attained in a specific domain?
• What is the initial step in SKORE procedures for mastering content subjects?
• What does sound syllable correspondence involve?
• Which term describes the appropriate use of language in various contexts?
• Which assessment type is ongoing and provides feedback during learning?
• What is the term used to describe movement-related learning and memory?
• Which writing type is primarily about defining, discussing, or justifying topics?
• What did the National Reading Panel identify as one of the top facets of reading?
• Why is formative data important in education?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the five cuing systems for reading?
• In Kindergarten writing, which of the following is typically included?
• What does "pragmatics" refer to in language studies?
• What is the definition of "aspiration" in a speech context?
• Which type of poor reader has good listening comprehension but struggles with word reading?
• What method is best for ensuring long-term retention of spelling words?
• Which stage of spelling development is characterized by children beginning to develop phonetic awareness?
• What effect does legible and automatic handwriting have on compositions?
• What significant approach did Dr. Samuel Orton establish for dyslexic students?
• What is syllable segmentation primarily focused on?
• What is a major challenge for Spanish ELL’s in learning English?
• What does BASC-II evaluate in students?
• What does ALTA stand for?
• According to the National Reading Panel, what is the strongest indication of a reading disability?
• During which stage of reading development does mastery of the alphabet and simple words occur?
• Which assessment is an example of a standardized phonological awareness assessment?
• What is the first step in letter identification?
• What does the term "Specific Learning Disability" refer to?
• What does 'push up and over' refer to in terms of movements?
• What is considered a key component of RTI?
• What is the main focus of an outcome measure?
• In the context of phonemic awareness, which of the following strategies is relevant to spelling development?
• What technique involves mapping vocabulary through identifying synonyms and antonyms?
• What is one method used to assess informal orthographic awareness?
• What does dictation practice involve?
• What does graphomotor production imply?
• What type of errors might indicate a lack of phonological awareness?
• Which phonological awareness task is appropriate for second graders?
• What are the two vowel sounds known in Spanish?
• What is the purpose of criterion-referenced tests?
• What type of speech problem is referred to as dysarthria?
• What learning style does the 'K' in VAKT emphasize?
• What is dysgraphia?
• Which organization is represented by the acronym NICHD?
• Which term describes a special sensory channel that processes a certain type of information?
• When is progress monitoring typically used?
• Fluency in reading is characterized by which of the following?
• According to strategy theory, how should spelling instruction be approached?
• Which day is designated for working with irregular spellings in the spelling list schedule?
• Which writing type entails providing a point of view for an audience?
• For spelling education beyond phonology, what should not be the primary method?
• During which stage of the writing process do students distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information?
• What type of assessment allows teachers to evaluate students informally?
• In MSLE, what does 'spelling and writing words and sentences from dictation' aim to achieve?
• Which of the following is the first step in the writing process?
• Which area of the brain is involved in processing visual information?
• What is the early term for dyslexia?
• What characteristic of letters is considered stable?
• Fluency assessments should be based on which three components?
• Which of the following characteristics is often seen in individuals with poor processing speed?
• How many phonemes does the Spanish language consist of?
• What is the primary purpose of Response to Intervention (RTI)?
• What does summative assessment provide information about?
• Which skill is primarily focused on changing strategies when faced with difficulties?
• What is the primary deficit associated with executive function disorder?
• Which instructional method assists students in determining the vowel sound in words?
• How many school-aged children speak a language other than English at home according to ELL statistics?
• Why do adolescent ELL’s require intensive language instruction?
• What type of words do Hiebert and Fisher emphasize in their focus on vocabulary development?
• What percentage of the school population is estimated to be dyslexic?
• What is a downside of relying solely on computers for writing compared to handwriting?
• What is the focus of morphology assessments?
• Which standardized measure is NOT typically associated with processing speed assessment?
• Which are considered subtypes of dyslexia?
• What does syntax help in creating?
• In what way might developmental dyslexia manifest in a child's behavior during games?
• What does MSLE stand for?
• What is emphasized in first-grade writing development?
• What is the focus of TPRI assessments?
• Which spelling type is characterized by a lack of conventional spelling?
• Which scientist's work is foundational to many contemporary reading systems?
• Which of the following must be explicitly taught in non-literal language study?
• What is the primary focus of the Great Leaps reading program?
• What might current research indicate about the origins of developmental dyslexia?
• What is a common symptom of poor phonological awareness?
• Which aspect of Spanish differs from English in terms of syntax?
• What type of syllable is exemplified in "dollar"?
• What signals the relationship between an adverb clause and a main idea?
• What is fundamental to effective handwriting instruction?
• What approach is suggested for teaching letter formation?
• Which of the following describes the importance of phonemic manipulation tasks?
• What is typically taught after manuscript writing?
• What concept is illustrated by turning graphemes into phonemes?
• What percentage of students with specific learning disabilities are reported to receive special education services and have a deficit in reading?
• What is Rapid Automatized Naming (RAN) primarily associated with in terms of dyslexia?
• According to LaBerge and Samuels, what does slow, labored, word-by-word reading indicate?
• What is the definition of a grapheme?
• Which aspect is critical for teachers to correct students' spelling problems?
• What is defined as the system of rules for how sounds are used in language?
• Which assessment focuses on identifying weaknesses in literacy for a specific age range?
• What does ADHD stand for?
• Which psychologist posited that dyslexia resulted from a difference in brain function rather than damage?
• What type of program did Dr. Marion Monroe develop?
• What is a common outcome for learners during the Pre-Reading Stage?
• What describes the disorder where muscle signals for speech are not efficiently received?
• What is the purpose of having a student retell the text after a reading session?
• What important characteristic must interventions possess according to educational standards?
• What is the main function of formative assessment?
• Which skill is least likely associated with the Mastery of Alphabet in the Pre-Reading Stage?
• What characterizes motor memory dysfunction?
• When should new sounds and concepts in reading be introduced in MSLE?
• What approach does synthetic phonics primarily utilize?
• Which of the following is part of the phonemic awareness activities mentioned?
• What is the focus of synthetic instruction in phonics?
• Which word exemplifies an open syllable?
• What is a significant component of the decoding process in reading?
• What does linguistics-based beginning reading mainly focus on?
• What common linguistic feature do Spanish and English share?
• What is the purpose of screening in an educational context?
• What type of paragraph compares and contrasts two subjects?
• What does the term "multisensory" refer to in a learning context?
• How do students with weak finger muscles often compensate while writing?
• What is the purpose of highlighting similarities between Spanish and English in instruction?
• What concept helps children understand the purpose of print and printed materials?
• What should grading focus on to fairly assess student spelling performance?
• In the VAKT model, what do the letters stand for?
• What is the primary challenge associated with teaching irregular words?
• Which method involves reading text together and gradually releasing control to the student?
• What aspect of grade equivalent scores is often considered unreliable?
• According to ELL statistics, what percentage of school-aged children speak Spanish at home?
• Which type of paragraph involves sharing personal experiences in a sequence?
• What is NOT an informal measure of memory?
• What does "cacography" refer to in educational contexts?
• Which of the following is an online progress monitoring program?
• Decoding involves the relationship between which of the following?
• What type of syllable is represented by the word "tulip"?
• Which aspect of fluency may indicate a risk of comprehension issues?
• What is a curriculum-referenced test primarily intended to measure?
• How are definitions of dyslexia characterized across different countries?
• Which of the following describes an informal assessment?
• What is a significant element of Spanish morphology?
• What is the role of diagnostic and prescriptive methods in teaching?
• Which of the following is an example of a derivational suffix?
• What are the two most important skills necessary for reading according to the text?
• What are affixes in linguistics?
• How is quantitative research characterized?
• What does semantics focus on in language?
• Which term is related to the ability to hear?
• What is indicated by the term "reading and writing" in the context of language?
• What is one reason for introducing pattern words in spelling lists?
• Which area of the brain is associated with visual processing?
• What type of texts should decodable reading practice involve?
• Which standardized measure is commonly used to assess RAN?
• What are motor feedback problems?
• What does the DRA-2 primarily measure?
• What is considered unprofessional in professional communication?
• What technique involves reading a passage multiple times to improve fluency?
• What should be considered when producing a final copy of a written work?
• What expectation does the ALTA Code of Ethics and IMSLEC provide regarding student outcomes?
• What does a criterion-referenced test assess?
• Which skill is typically associated with preschool phonological awareness?
• What does the term 'Direct, Explicit, Sequenced' refer to in a teaching context?
• What is recommended for private students regarding their services?
• What are some common syllable patterns that Spanish ELL’s may struggle with?
• Which of the following best describes the purpose of "pragmatics"?
• In terms of phonological awareness, what has research revealed about Spanish-speaking children?
• What can reversals in writing be caused by?
• What is dyslexia characterized by?
• What are suprasegmentals in language?
• How is the 'Systematic, Cumulative, Intensive' approach characterized in instruction?
• Which of the following represents the domains of language?
• What defines informal phonological awareness assessments?
• What task would most likely assess the ability to manipulate information in working memory?
• What aspect of speech is most related to "suprasegmentals"?
• How does handwriting instruction benefit beginning readers?
• Which assessment collects data specifically through observations?
• What are some benefits students gain from MSLE?
• During reading interventions, what should the teacher do to help the student track the text?
• What components are included in a writing system?
• What is an incorrect approach when teaching spelling to students?
• In the context of executive functions, what does "self-monitoring" refer to?
• What condition is characterized by speech problems caused by sensorimotor disruption?
• What is the common characteristic of the word "bread" in terms of syllable structure?
• Which component is part of the five cuing systems for reading that involves linking new words with familiar ones?
• Which of the following is an ineffective learning strategy for dyslexic students?
• What does hyperlexia refer to in reading development?
• Creating lexicons by geometric progression focuses on which aspect?
• What type of assessment uses unique test items relevant to a curriculum?
• Which of the following is NOT considered a characteristic of language use?
• Which activity type is essential for developing reading and writing skills related to sentences?
• What is the main purpose of the SKORE program?
• What is the definition of rime in relation to phonics?
• What essential elements of instruction are important for successful handwriting?
• What defines specific agraphia?
• What does working memory involve?
• Which factor is crucial for written language development?
• What is involved in the revising and editing process?
• Which of the following terms refers to a syllable that typically ends in a vowel?
• What does dysarthria primarily affect?
• What is a critical component of reading fluency assessments?