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Which of the following illustrates an example of phonemic awareness?

Reciting the alphabet backwards

Identifying that 'cat' and 'bat' rhyme

Phonemic awareness involves the ability to recognize and manipulate the individual sounds in spoken words. Identifying that 'cat' and 'bat' rhyme demonstrates an understanding of the phonemic similarities and differences between those two words, specifically the ending sounds. This skill is crucial for developing phonological awareness because it relates directly to the ability to hear and work with sounds in language.

The other options represent different literacy skills. For example, reciting the alphabet backwards shows an understanding of the sequence of letters but does not involve manipulating sounds within words. Reading aloud a passage from a book pertains to fluency and comprehension, which are distinct from phonemic awareness. Summarizing a story's main events focuses on understanding and recalling narrative elements rather than on the sound structure of words. Thus, the correct answer highlights a key aspect of phonemic awareness through rhyme recognition.

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Reading aloud a passage from a book

Summarizing a story's main events

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