Which Child Is Best Characterized as Having a Phonological Awareness

question 156

Multiple Choice

Which child is best characterized as having a phonological awareness disorder?

• A)​Larry, who squirms around in his seat and does not pay attention to what his teacher is saying
• B)Moe, who has trouble understanding his teacher because many of the words she says sound alike ​
• C)Shemp, who is deaf in his left ear ​
• D)Curly, who is slightly mentally retarded ​

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