Deck 4: Childrens and Young Adult Literature the Cornerstone of the Language Arts Program

Question 1

__________ books tell the story through text and pictures.

Answer 1

Picture

Question 2

__________ has its origins in the oral story telling of primitive peoples.

Answer 2

Folklore

Question 3

__________ are tales believed to have some historical basis, although it may not be possible to verify the truth of the story.

Answer 3

Legends

Question 4

__________ are folktales that use the supernatural and spiritual aspects of gods and goddesses to explain the unknown to people.

Question 5

__________ are tales of heroism describing the adventures of exemplary individuals.

Question 6

__________ are brief stories with a strong moral.

Question 7

__________ portrays life as it is.

Question 8

__________ portrays a realistic view of the past.

Question 9

__________ depict the lives of noteworthy men and women.

Question 10

__________ explain concepts on a wide variety of topics.

Question 11

The __________ Medal is given annually to the most distinguished literature book for children.

Question 12

The ___________ Award is given annually to honor children's books by, for, and/or about African Americans.

Question 13

Literature ______________ is another name for response group in which students discuss books and stories they have read.

Question 14

In ___________________ books the story is told only through the illustrations.

Question 15

________________ novels combines print and comic-book style graphic images.

Question 16

The _______________ Award is given annually to a Latino writer and illustrator.

Question 17

____________________________ pattern books are picture books that contain repetitive language patterns.

Question 18

In a successful picture book, the illustrations complement the text.

Question 19

Legends, myths, epics, and fables are types of folklore.

Question 20

In a fairy tale, it is not necessary for the main character to be victorious over the conflict.

Question 21

All fables come from Aesop's collection.

Question 22

Realistic fiction portrays only the positive aspects of life.

Question 23

According to the text authors, if you see a reluctant reader reading a series book, you should immediately confiscate it because series books are not good literature.

Question 24

It is important that a teacher let students see his or her love for books and poetry.

Question 25

A story map is a way to show the sequence of events in a story.

Question 26

The Caldecott Award is given annually to the most distinguished picture book.

Question 27

The Newbery Medal is given annually to honor children's books by, for, and/or about African Americans.

Question 28

All of the following are characteristics of a fairy tale EXCEPT

A) Characters symbolize either only good or only evil
B) The setting is long-ago and faraway
C) There is a strong plot with much action
D) Good does not always triumph

Question 29

Which of the following is an example of personification?

A) It was raining cats and dogs.
B) I'm in a pickle.
C) The bright moon smiled on the sleeping campers.
D) Both a and b

Question 30

Which of the following is an example of an oxymoron?

A) Speak softly, spring breeze.
B) "Parting is such sweet sorrow."
C) Her eyes are diamonds.
D) Her eyes sparkle like diamonds.

Question 31

The Velveteen Rabbit, Where the Wild Thing Are, and A Wrinkle in Time are examples of which of the following?

A) Fables
B) Folklore
C) Fantasy
D) Fairy tales

Question 32

Which of the following statements best describes realistic fiction?

A) It portrays only the positive aspects of life.
B) It portrays life as it really is.
C) It takes place in yesteryear.
D) It includes animals that can talk.

Question 33

Which of the following statements best depicts the difference between historical fiction and biographies?

A) Historical fiction includes fictitious characters, while biographies are based on real people.
B) Historical fiction take place hundreds of years ago, while biographies take place in the United States.
C) Historical fiction is written like a story, while biographies are written like concept books.
D) Historical fiction can receive the Newbery Medal whereas biographies cannot.

Question 34

Which of the following statements is true about all poems?

A) All poems have rhyme.
B) All poems use concise language.
C) All poems are funny.
D) All poems are short and easy to memorize.

Question 35

All of the following are true statements about informational books EXCEPT:

A) The text must be in narrative form.
B) Facts and information should be current and accurate.
C) Clear, objective writing should reflect the logical organization of the text.
D) Pictures and illustrations should be realistic.

Question 36

When reading aloud to your class, what should you do?

A) Never delete any parts.
B) Read very slowly.
C) Read as fast as you can.
D) None of the above.

Question 37

What award is given to the best chapter book written for children or young adults?

A) Caldecott
B) Newbery
C) American Library
D) None of the above

Question 38

Explain the characteristics of good children's and young adult literature.

Question 39

What is the purpose of good children's and young adult literature in a school's curriculum?

Question 40

When choosing realistic fiction for your classroom library, what will you consider?

Question 41

Discuss available resources that teachers can use when selecting appropriate materials for their classroom.

Question 42

The Common Core State Standards has a set of standards that focuses on informational text. State at least four reasons for emphasizing informational texts in lower primary and upper elementary grades.

Question 43

Discuss what activities you will use as reading responses. Name specific titles for the various activities.

Question 44

Compare and contrast literature circle/response groups with book talks.