Oregon Educator Licensure Assessments (ORELA) Practice Exam

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What does automaticity in reading refer to?

The ability to memorize texts
The quick and accurate recognition of words
The comprehension of difficult vocabulary
The ability to analyze text deeply

The correct answer is: The quick and accurate recognition of words

Automaticity in reading refers to the quick and accurate recognition of words, which is crucial for fluent reading. When readers have developed automaticity, they can process words effortlessly and without conscious thought, allowing them to focus more on comprehension and the meaning of the text rather than on decoding individual words. This fluency in recognizing words contributes significantly to overall reading efficiency and speed, enabling readers to engage with the material more deeply. Automaticity does not pertain to memorization, comprehension of vocabulary, or deep analysis of text, which are distinct skills that involve different cognitive processes than the recognition of familiar words.