Problem 1: Explain the process by which a student learns a vocabulary word and the types of information a student may know for the word chair.
Problem 2: Explain the connection between vocabulary and comprehension.
Problem 3: Describe the difference between direct and indirect vocabulary instruction.
Problem 4: Explain the three-tier system for selecting words for specific word instruction.
Problem 5: Explain how a dictionary contributes to vocabulary growth and how a teacher can support this learning.