Fluency & Oral Reading — Answer Key
Part A: Trace the Words
Trace each word carefully by following the dotted lines.
1. voice
2. soft
3. loud
4. slow
5. quick
6. happy
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. A sleeping baby needs a soft voice so we do not wake her.
Soft voices match calm, quiet characters like sleeping babies.
2. A giant stomping near the castle uses a big loud voice.
Big strong characters use loud voices to show their size.
3. A tired old turtle speaks in a slow way, taking his time.
Slow voices match tired or calm characters who take their time.
4. An excited puppy barks in a quick and bouncy voice.
Quick voices show excitement, energy, and happy feelings.
Part C: True or False?
Read each statement. Circle True or False.
1. A scared mouse should be read in a soft, small voice.
True False
Small scared characters match soft, quiet voices that sound timid.
2. Every character in a story should sound exactly the same.
True False
Different characters need different voices so readers can tell them apart.
3. A happy character can be read with a bright, cheerful voice.
True False
Happy feelings sound bright and cheerful when we read aloud.