From the study by Block and Mangieri, how much of an improvement was gained from 1981 to 2001 in teachers knowledge of recent titles in poetry?
a. 24 percent
b. 20 percent
c. 15 percent
d. 3 percent
[Ques. 2] Based on research, what is the key to helping children understand poetry?
a. Reading poetry
b. Writing poetry
c. Positive experiences with poetry
d. All of the above
[Ques. 3] What are the three elements that make poetry such an effective genre?
a. Line, shape, and color
b. Sound, image, and shape
c. Rhyme, pattern, and rhythm
d. Character, setting, and plot
[Ques. 4] How does the use of drama help children learn about historical events?
a. Drama helps children understand the viewpoints of people in the past.
b. Drama helps children learn to play well with each other.
c. Drama provides a unique format for learning.
d. All of the above
[Ques. 5] How do historical narratives affect readers in comparison to social studies textbooks?
a. Student interest is higher.
b. The text is most interesting and comprehensible.
c. The ability to learn and retain information is increased.
d. All of the above
[Ques. 6] Based on what criteria are works of historical fiction evaluated?
a. Strong character development, a credible and engaging plot.
b. Effective writing style, a detailed and believable setting, and balance of historical facts and details.
c. Both a and b
d. None of the above
[Ques. 7] What is an important consideration for the author of historical fiction when writing about violent events in history?
a. Maturity of the reader
b. Reading level
c. Contemporary events
d. None of the above
[Ques. 8] This category of historical fiction includes stories about Hitlers rise and fall and many stories focus on the Holocaust.
a. World War I
b. Great Depression
c. World War II
d. Post World War II
[Ques. 9] This category of historical fiction takes place after the break-up of the Roman Empire in Europe.
a. Medieval Times
b. Ancient Times
c. Colonial Times
d. None of the above
[Ques. 10] By the end of fifth grade, what time period do students usually have a good understanding of?
a. Ancient History
b. Medieval History
c. United States History
d. None of the above
Quick Reply
