Final answer:
To assess the boy's reading, one must listen for expression (prosody) and smoothness (fluency). Expression involves rhythm and intonation, while fluency reflects natural and easy-to-understand speech. The boy must exhibit both for the reading to be considered expressive and fluent.
Thus, the correct option is D.
Step-by-step explanation:
To determine whether the boy in the clip is reading with expression and fluency, we would need to listen to the pacing, tone, and expressiveness of his voice. Expression, or prosody, refers to the rhythm, stress, and intonation of speech. Fluent reading is characterized by a smooth, natural delivery that is easy to understand.
If the boy's reading exhibits varying intonation, appropriate pauses, and smooth delivery, then he would be considered to be reading with expression and fluency. However, if he reads with proper intonation and rhythm but frequently hesitates, repeats words, or corrects himself, then his reading might be expressive but not fluent. On the other hand, if the reading is monotone and choppy, he would be lacking both expression and fluency.
Therefore, the correct option is d. No, lacking both expression and fluency.
The complete question is: Is the boy in this clip reading with expression, or prosody? Does the reading seem fluent?
a. Yes, with expression and fluency.
b. No, with expression but not fluent.
c. Yes, with prosody but not fluent.
d. No, lacking both expression and fluency.