Which of the Following Is the Best Argument for Beginning

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best argument for beginning formal reading instruction with the regular phonics of English spelling?

• A) Our spelling system is regular approximately 50 percent of the time, which offers young readers a rapid understanding of the code.
• B) The sight-word method of rote memorization has been found to be ineffective.
• C) Even irregular words are stored in memory with the letter or letter/sound correspondences.
• D) Students prefer phonics instruction to other teaching methods.

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