Connecticut Foundations of Reading Test (FORT) Practice

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What does a grapheme represent?

A combination of letters that spells a single phoneme
A type of reading technique
An auditory sound in language
A visual representation of a story

The correct answer is: A combination of letters that spells a single phoneme

A grapheme represents the smallest unit of written language that corresponds to a phoneme, or individual sound, in spoken language. This can include single letters, such as "b" or "a," as well as combinations of letters that together make a single sound, like "sh" or "th." Understanding graphemes is essential in phonics instruction, as they form the basis for decoding words, allowing readers to connect sounds with written symbols. Recognizing that a grapheme can consist of one or multiple letters helps in grasping the relationship between written text and its phonetic components, which is fundamental for effective reading and spelling skills.