What is another name for orthographic tendencies as described in the material?

• A. Phonemic awareness
• B. Morphology
• C. Syntax
• D. Code knowledge

Answer: (D)

Orthographic tendencies refer to the patterns and conventions learners use when spelling words. This relates to understanding the code behind written language—the way letters encode sounds and spellings in words. That broader area is called code knowledge, which includes recognizing and applying spelling patterns and the relationships between sounds and letters.

Phonemic awareness is about hearing and manipulating individual sounds in words, not about the spelling system itself. Morphology deals with word parts like roots and affixes, shaping meaning rather than spelling conventions. Syntax concerns sentence structure and grammar. So code knowledge best captures the idea of orthographic tendencies.