The Primary Purpose of Assessing Student Literacy Is

question 6

Multiple Choice

The primary purpose of assessing student literacy is:

• A) to determine report card grades.
• B) for reporting to parents.
• C) to plan instruction.
• D) to make sure benchmarks are being met.

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Definitions:

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