Understanding Literacy in the Elementary Level

What is the origin of the word "literacy"?

• Greek logos

• Latin litteratus

• Latin librum

• Old French lettre

Which description best defines basic literacy?

• The ability to decode text to make meaning.

• The ability to decode written materials and translate them into oral language.

• The skill to write complex sentences.

• The ability to read and analyze literature.

What does comprehension literacy involve?

• The ability to manipulate individual sounds in words.

• The ability to decode and comprehend vocational texts.

• The ability to understand the meaning of verbal materials.

• The skill of decoding and producing text fluently.

What does functional literacy enable an individual to do?

• Use phonemes to spell words correctly.

• Read materials necessary for everyday vocational tasks.

• Create text structures for literary purposes.

• Engage in critical thinking through discussions.

Which of the following best describes literacy?

• A basic ability to memorize symbols.

• The mechanics of decoding and producing text to create meaning.

• The ability to develop and enhance fine motor skills.

• A foundation for oral storytelling.

What is the primary purpose of phonemic awareness?

• To learn the meaning of new words.

• To recognize and manipulate individual sounds in spoken words.

• To build comprehension strategies for text analysis.

• To develop fluent handwriting.

What does phonics focus on?

• The ability to decode texts quickly.

• Connecting letters to their corresponding sounds.

• Understanding spoken words in conversation.

• Recognizing word meanings in specific contexts.

Which of the following is NOT part of fluency?

• Reading smoothly and accurately.

• Automatic word recognition.

• Manipulating individual phonemes.

• Reading with appropriate expression.

What skill does a strong vocabulary help develop?

• Identifying all letters in the alphabet.

• Blending and segmenting sounds.

• Communicating effectively through reading and writing.

• Reading text fluently but without comprehension.

What does reading comprehension require?

• Automatic word recognition only.

• Integrating background knowledge, vocabulary, and critical thinking.

• Blending and decoding simple sentences.

• Manipulating text structures.