Fluency & Oral Reading — Answer Key
Part A: Multiple Choice
Circle the best answer for each question.
1. Who is more fluent? A) Reads one-word-at-a-time. B) Reads in smooth phrases.
A) Reader A
B) Reader B
C) Neither
D) Both the same
Phrased reading sounds natural and supports understanding.
2. Who is more fluent? A) Reads super fast and skips words. B) Reads at a comfy pace and says every word.
A) Reader A
B) Reader B
C) Neither
D) Both the same
Fluency needs accuracy plus a steady rate, not pure speed.
3. Who is more fluent? A) Reads with a flat voice. B) Changes voice to match the sentence.
A) Reader A
B) Reader B
C) Neither
D) Both the same
Fluent readers use expression to show meaning.
4. Who is more fluent? A) Stops and sounds out every sight word. B) Reads sight words quickly.
A) Reader A
B) Reader B
C) Neither
D) Both the same
Knowing sight words on sight frees focus for understanding.
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the correct answer on each line.
1. A student reading every word correctly is working on accuracy.
Accuracy is reading the words as they are written.
2. A student reading not too fast and not too slow is working on rate.
Rate is the speed of reading — steady and comfortable.
3. A student changing voice for questions and excited parts is using expression.
Expression means voice matches meaning and punctuation.
4. A student re-reading a book to sound smoother is building fluency.
Fluency combines accuracy, rate, and expression through practice.
5. Knowing sight words fast helps a reader keep a steady rate.
Quick sight-word recall prevents stopping and keeps reading smooth.