Which educational history question helps identify reading ability?

• A. Favorite music
• B. Do you have a driver's license
• C. Height
• D. What is their reading ability

Answer: (D)

Directly asking about reading ability is the most informative approach. When you want to understand a student’s literacy level, the clearest data comes from a question that targets reading skills head-on. This provides concrete information that guides instructional planning, material selection, and necessary supports (like large print, braille, or audio formats) tailored to their needs.

Questions about unrelated personal attributes—such as favorite music, whether they have a driver's license, or their height—don’t reflect literacy and don’t help you gauge reading ability. They might be harmless to ask, but they don’t contribute useful insight into the student’s reading skills.