New Hampshire Foundations of Reading Practice Test

What indicates that a text is too difficult for a student to read independently?

1. High levels of comprehension

2. High levels of success in reading

3. Excessive miscues during reading

4. Limited engagement with the text

The correct answer is: Excessive miscues during reading

A text is considered too difficult for a student to read independently when there are excessive miscues during reading. Miscues refer to errors or mistakes made while attempting to decode or comprehend the text. When a student encounters frequent miscues, it often indicates that they are struggling to recognize words and understand the content, leading to a breakdown in fluency and comprehension. This not only hampers their ability to piece together meaning from the text but also may result in frustration, reducing their overall motivation to read. In contrast, high levels of comprehension and success in reading would suggest that the text is appropriate for the student's reading level. Limited engagement with the text may indicate a disinterest or lack of connection to the material rather than a reflection of the text's difficulty.