Praxis II English to Speakers of Other Languages Test Questions

1. Teachers determine that Juan is having a hard time learning English because of persistent anxiety and low self-esteem. This finding underscores which hypothesis about second-language learning?

1. natural order hypothesis

2. input hypothesis

3. monitor hypothesis

4. affective filter hypothesis

2. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sheltered English instruction?

1. all class information is comprehensible to students

2. focus on development of English skills rather than mastery of the content area

3. frequent hands-on activities

4. frequent student interaction

3. A teacher is trying to show his students how to follow a simple command in English. First, he gives the command and performs the action himself. Then, he gives the command and performs the action along with the students. He then gives the command and watches the students perform the action. Finally, students give one another the command and perform the action in turn. What style of instruction is the teacher using?

1. audiolingual method

2. total physical response

3. communicative method

4. affective method

4. Which theory of language acquisition emphasizes the relationship of the infant with his or her caregivers?

1. nativist

2. cognitive

3. social interactionist

4. behaviorist

5. In Mr. Hernandez’ classroom, native English-speaking and native Spanish-speaking students are combined and encouraged to interact frequently. Mr. Hernandez monitors their interactions and tries to facilitate second-language acquisition. What model of bilingual education is Mr. Hernandez using?

1. acculturation

2. English language development

3. dual immersion

4. transitional

6. Which of the following is the best method for teaching basic English grammar to fifth graders?

1. Guided practice

2. Lecturing

3. Recitation

4. Transcription

7. A student who had been struggling does extremely well on a lesson about sports. The teacher discovers that the student is an ardent soccer player. This scenario illustrates _____.

1. whole language theory

2. metacognition

3. decoding theory

4. schema theory

8. Which of the following is the best approach for an ESOL teacher trying to introduce students to English-speaking culture?

1. English-speaking culture is one culture among many in the world.

2. English-speaking culture is the most interesting in the world.

3. English-speaking culture will replace the student’s native culture.

4. English-speaking culture is less important than the student’s native culture.

9. The expression “I’m flat broke” is an example of American _____.

1. formality

2. slang

3. idiom

4. innuendo

10. What is the name for a syllable that ends with a vowel?

1. Expressed syllable

2. Open syllable

3. Voweled syllable

4. Restored syllable

11. Which of these strategies create an effective bilingual learning environment?

1. Do not use the student’s native language

2. Require rote memorization

3. Point to objects for clarification

4. All of the above

12. English Language Learners instructional methods include:

1. Transitional Bilingual

2. Developmental Bilingual

3. Two-Way Immersion

4. All of the above

13. The methods used to teach English as a Second Language are:

1. Grammar-based and Communication-based

2. Review

3. Memorization

4. All of the above

14. One of the stages in the continuum of learning theory includes:

1. Memorization

2. Speech emergent

3. Stuttering

4. Understanding

15. Which concept is not necessary to include in lesson plans for English language learners?

1. Comprehensibility

2. Interaction

3. Hands-on activities

4. Using the native language occasionally

16. Which strategy will not help English as a Second Language students and English Language Learners?

1. Pair with a native English speaker

2. Use Idiom and slang

3. Emphasize key words with flashcards

4. Allow the use of a translation dictionary

17. Factors to consider when determining the reading skills of an English Language Learner include:

1. Cultural identity

2. Religious beliefs

3. Availability of reading material

4. All of the above

18. Reading fluency includes:

1. Recognizing words and expressions

2. Memorization

3. Focus on the words

4. All of the above

19. Reasons determining an English Language Learner’s grade level may be difficult include:

1. Birth dates may be inaccurate

2. Papers may have been lost in transit

3. School attendance may have been sporadic

4. All of the above

20. Which of these teaching methods is usually not used with English Language Learners?

1. Content-based language instruction

2. Sheltered instruction

3. Self-regulated learning

4. None of the above

21. Which steps are part of learning a language?

1. Memorizing words

2. Speaking in public

3. Learning the proper pronunciation

4. All of the above

22. Successful strategies for teaching English Language Learners might include:

1. Using historical facts and figures

2. Assigning a cultural study project

3. Requiring rote memorization

4. All of the above

23. Learning English can be a challenge due to:

1. Variety of subject matter

2. Stressed and unstressed vowels

3. 23 combinations of vowel sounds

4. All of the above

24. Potential problems in learning English grammar, spelling and vocabulary might include:

1. Public speaking

2. Same word with different meanings

3. Memorization

4. All of the above

25. Differences between written and spoken English include:

1. Speech patterns are based on country of origin

2. Personal background factors

3. Education of the reader/hearer

4. All of the above

26. Ideas that encourage cross-cultural understanding include:

1. Telling a story popular in the student’s homeland

2. Ridiculing a clothing choice

3. Gathering opinions from the group

4. Laughing at inappropriate use of words or expressions

27. Which of the following does Bloom’s Taxonomy not measure?

1. Comprehension

2. Application

3. Pronunciation

4. Analysis

28. Advantages of individual assessment include:

1. Creates a competitive environment

2. Provide insight into help needed

3. Time consuming to complete

4. All of the above

29. Which of the following is not a viable testing format?

1. Matching

2. Multiple choice

3. Guessing

4. Short answer

30. Reasons to share information with parents may include:

1. Prevent misunderstanding

2. Explain progress in intangible skills

3. Explain grading systems

4. All of the above

31. Which of these strategies create an effective bilingual learning environment?

1. Do not use the student’s native language

2. Require rote memorization

3. Point to objects for clarification

4. All of the above

32. English Language Learners instructional methods include:

1. Transitional Bilingual

2. Developmental Bilingual

3. Two-Way Immersion

4. All of the above

33. One of the stages in the continuum of learning theory includes:

1. Memorization

2. Speech emergent

3. Stuttering

4. Public speaking

34. Which of the following do not help motivate students?

1. Offer material interesting to them

2. Choose topics they care about

3. Link new data with previously learned information

4. Require rote memorization of facts

35. Phonics is:

1. Analytical

2. Helps students sound out new words

3. Expands vocabulary

4. All of the above

36. The basics of math include:

1. Addition and division

2. Economics

3. Social Sciences

4. All of the above

37. Social Studies includes:

1. History and citizenship

2. Astronomy

3. Career education

4. All of the above

38. Reasons to discuss the history of science may include:

1. Scientific theories have not changed throughout the years

2. To discover how a better way was discovered later

3. To get higher grades

4. All of the above

39. Which one of these is not a theme used in creative expression?

1. Universal

2. Broad

3. Comedic

4. Timely

40. Some health benefits of regular physical activity are:

1. Builds strong bones and controls weight

2. Makes you thin and pretty

3. Gives you something to do

4. All of the above

41. Which of these strategies create an effective bilingual learning environment?

1. Do not use the student’s native language

2. Require rote memorization

3. Point to objects for clarification

4. All of the above

42. English Language Learners instructional methods include:

1. Transitional Bilingual

2. Developmental Bilingual

3. Two-Way Immersion

4. All of the above

43. The methods used to teach English as a Second Language are:

1. Grammar-based and Communication-based

2. Review

3. Memorization

4. All of the above

44. One of the stages in the continuum of learning theory includes:

1. Memorization

2. Speech emergent

3. Stuttering

4. Understanding

45. Which concept is not necessary to include in lesson plans for English language learners?

1. Comprehensibility

2. Interaction

3. Hands-on activities

4. Using the native language occasionally

46. Which strategy will not help English as a Second Language students and English Language Learners?

1. Pair with a native English speaker

2. Use Idiom and slang

3. Emphasize key words with flashcards

4. Allow the use of a translation dictionary

47. Factors to consider when determining the reading skills of an English Language Learner include:

1. Cultural identity

2. Religious beliefs

3. Availability of reading material

4. All of the above

48. Reading fluency includes:

1. Memorization of facts

2. Making connections with known knowledge

3. Public speaking skills

4. All of the above

49. Factors causing difficulty in determining an English Language Learner’s grade level may include:

1. ELL students may not be as smart as other students

2. There are no difficulties

3. School attendance may have been sporadic

4. All of the above

50. Which of these teaching methods is usually not used with English Language Learners?

1. Content-based language instruction

2. Sheltered instruction

3. Language across the curriculum

4. Self-regulated learning

51. Strategies that help create an effective bilingual learning environment may include:

1. Require memorization

2. Use idiom and slang

3. Enunciating clearly

4. All of the above

52. Instructional methods using the native language of the student include:

1. Transitional bilingual

2. Developmental bilingual

3. Two-way immersion

4. All of the above

53. Methods used to teach English as a Second Language may include:

1. Grammar-based

2. Communication-based

3. Content-based

4. All of the above

54. Which of the following is a not part of the continuum of learning theory?

1. Silent/receptive

2. Speech emergence

3. Questioning

4. Advanced learning proficiency

55. How can an instructor help English Language Learners acquire proficiency?

1. Build on language concepts already acquired

2. Require memorization

3. Use lecture format only

4. All of the above

56. Characteristics of fluent readers may include:

1. Can read quickly

2. Focus on the words

3. Verbal presentation is expressive

4. All of the above

57. Cultural influences should be integrated into teaching English Language Learners because it:

1. Becomes an aid in public speaking

2. Enhances retention of knowledge

3. It is not important

4. All of the above

58. The basics of math are:

1. Addition and division

2. Geography

3. Calculus

4. All of the above

59. Social studies projects should:

1. Require memorization of facts

2. Should be pulled directly from provided curriculum

3. Combine independent study with group activities

4. All of the above

60. Students need to understand the history of science to:

1. Recognize that proven hypotheses never change

2. Understand why a theory was proven wrong

3. Students do not need to understand the history of science

4. All of the above

61. Which steps are not parts of learning a language?

1. Listening to the words

2. Speaking in public

3. Learning the proper pronunciation

4. Identifying the objects

62. Strategies for teaching English Language Learners may include:

1. Using native cultural cues in the classroom

2. Lecturing

3. Requiring rote memorization

4. All of the above

63. Ways to encourage cross-cultural understanding may include:

1. Telling a story popular in the student’s homeland

2. Laughing at inappropriate use of words or expressions

3. Ridiculing a clothing choice

4. All of the above

64. Information should be shared with parents for which of the following reasons?

1. Fewer behavior problems

2. Students learn better

3. Explain progress in intangible skills

4. All of the above

65. Vital elements of learning any language include:

1. Vocabulary

2. Pronunciation

3. Grammar

4. All of the above

66. English Language Learners should learn conversational English quickly because:

1. Grades depend on conversational skills

2. Teachers only speak English in class

3. It helps to master grammar and syntax

4. All of the above

67. Which level is not part of Bloom’s Taxonomy?

1. Knowledge

2. Application

3. Memorization

4. Evaluation

68. Reasons for using different types of tests to evaluate the knowledge of ESL students may include:

1. Some types of tests are easier to administer than others

2. Offers different ways to show their understanding

3. Different types of tests should not be used

4. All of the above

69. Which teaching method should not be used with English as a Second Language students?

1. Content-based

2. Sheltered

3. Rote memorization

4. Across the curriculum

70. Some ways to engage ELS students in the learning process include:

1. Provide lists of words to memorize daily

2. Connect data to other disciplines

3. Give many testing opportunities

4. All of the above

71. English Language Learners instructional methods using the native language do not include:

1. Memorization methods

2. Developmental bilingual

3. Transitional Bilingual

4. Support Only

72. The methods used to teach English as a Second Language may be:

1. Memorization-based

2. Visually based

3. Content based

4. All of the above

73. The steps in learning a new language may include:

1. Speech Proficiency

2. Speech emergent

3. Early Emergence

4. All of the above

74. Which of the following does not help an ELL student learn English?

1. Using pictures, props and gestures

2. Assigning group activities

3. Using idiom and slang

4. Asking thought-provoking questions

75. Factors that impact the reading skills of an English Language Learner may include:

1. Cultural identity

2. Behavior

3. Gender

4. All of the above

76. Reading fluency means:

1. Memorizing words

2. Concentrating on meaning

3. Focusing on words

4. All of the above

77. Correct grade placement of an English Language Learner may:

1. Not impact performance

2. Help assimilation

3. Inhibit development

4. All of the above

78. Teaching methods used to instruct English Language Learners may include:

1. Memorization techniques

2. Sheltered instruction

3. Public reading and speaking

4. All of the above

79. Advantages of individual assessments include:

1. Easily understood

2. Gives a record of grades

3. Encourages competitiveness

4. All of the above

80. Assessment record-keeping methods include:

1. Anecdotal records

2. Observation checklists

3. Rating scales

4. All of the above

Praxis II English to Speakers of Other Languages Test Answer Key