Read the excerpt:
Reading aloud to young children does more than entertain them. It introduces new words, shows how stories are built and links books with the comfort of a familiar voice. Studies suggest that children who are read to regularly start school with larger vocabularies. Librarians recommend choosing books with rhythm and repetition and pausing to ask children what they think will happen next.
What does reading aloud introduce to children?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. New words and the structure of stories
- Step 1: Find the relevant detail in the text: "It introduces new words, shows how stories are built".
- Step 2: This detail answers the question directly.
Answer
New words and the structure of stories.
Why not the others: "Mathematics and science" is not supported by the text; "Handwriting" is not supported by the text; "Foreign languages only" is not supported by the text.
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