Fluency & Oral Reading — Answer Key
Part A: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. After reading a sentence, ask yourself if it makes sense.
Checking for sense is the key to reading for meaning every time.
2. If a sentence is confusing, a smart reader will read it again.
Rereading helps clear up confusion and find the right words.
3. Good readers think about what the story means as they read.
Thinking about meaning makes reading more than just saying words.
4. If a word does not fit, it is probably the wrong word.
Words that do not fit the sentence are signals to go back and fix.
5. When I understand what I read, I am reading with meaning.
Reading with meaning is the real goal of becoming a strong reader.
6. Pictures in a book can help you guess what a word is.
Pictures give strong clues about tricky words and the story's meaning.
7. If I forget what happened, I can go back and reread the page.
Going back to reread is a powerful strategy for understanding stories.
8. Reading for meaning is more important than reading super fast.
Understanding the story matters much more than racing through the words.
9. When something surprises me, I should stop and think about it.
Thinking while reading helps the story stick in your mind and heart.
Part B: Matching
Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.
1. Match each item to its correct answer.
Word sounds wrong
→ self-correct and fix
self-correct and fix
Sentence is confusing
→ reread slowly
reread slowly
Forgot the story
→ go back a page
go back a page
Tricky new word
→ check the picture
check the picture
Knowing strategies helps readers solve problems on their own with confidence.