If a 3rd grader reads accurately but struggles with specific questions, what may be the issue?

The appropriate selection indicates that the student may be struggling with specific questions due to a deficiency in vocabulary and academic language. This gap can lead to difficulties in comprehending the material's nuances, understanding context, and grasping the specific details that questions may be addressing.

In reading comprehension, vocabulary plays a crucial role in how well a student interprets text and responds to questions. If the third grader is reading accurately—meaning they can pronounce the words correctly—but still faces challenges in answering questions, it suggests that their understanding of the terms being used, as well as their ability to make inferences and connections within the text, may be insufficient. A rich vocabulary allows students to decode meanings beyond the surface level and engage with the text more meaningfully.

Other factors, such as interest in reading, attention span, or reading speed, can affect overall comprehension and engagement but are less likely to be the primary issue when a student can read accurately but struggles with the questions. A lack of interest might lead to inattentiveness, while a short attention span could impact their ability to digest longer passages. Reading too quickly could lead to missing important details, but all these factors are more likely to affect accuracy rather than comprehension of details if the student is reading accurately to begin