TEST BANK
Children's Literature, Briefly, 7th edition
By Terrell Young, Gregory Bryan
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Chapter 1. Read, Read, Read
Multiple Choice Questions
1. The transactional theory of literature and reading was created by
a) Louise Rosenblatt.
b) Brenda Guiberson.
c) Tim O’Brien.
d) Jim Trelease.
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2. Within the transactional theory of literature and reading, efferent reading is typically
done to obtain
a) pleasure.
b) facts.
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c) an escape.
d) intrinsic rewards.
3. Within the transactional theory of literature and reading, reading in order to enjoy a
pleasurable experience is referred to as
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a) aesthetic reading.
b) eventful reading.
c) efferent reading.
d) energized reading.
4. Potential long-term benefits of reading include all of the following except
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a) increased verbal fluency.
b) increased reading automaticity.
c) better understanding of other cultures.
d) greater likelihood of remaining functionally illiterate.
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5. The three general categories of school books discussed in the chapter include
a) novels, picture books, and trade books.
b) reference books, dictionaries, and trade books.
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c) reference books, textbooks, and trade books.
d) reference books, students’ books, and trade books.
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6. Which of the following is identified as a general strength of trade books?
a) The absence of illustrations.
b) A single, dispassionate perspective.
c) Currency and up-to-date information. All Chapters Included ⬛⬛⬛
d) Immediate answers to specific questions.
7. In the chapter, trade books are described as
a) tools of lifelong learning. All Answers Included ⬛⬛⬛
b) dictionaries and encyclopedias.
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c) out-dated and unnecessary.
d) detached and objective.
8. Which of the following statements is true for motivated readers?
a) Motivated readers refuse to discard a book they have not finished.
b) Motivated readers remember everything they read.
c) Motivated readers read for their own purposes.
d) Motivated readers like all books.
9. When someone is capable of reading but frequently chooses not to read, they are referred
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to as being
a) illiterate.
b) elliterate.
c) xliterate.
d) aliterate.
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10. Authentic literacy tasks are
a) practiced only inside the walls of a schoolroom.
b) reading tasks exclusively involving reference books.
c) inhibiting to one’s reading motivation.
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d) the types of activities practiced for real-life purposes.
11. Why do extrinsically motivated readers most often choose to read?
a) They have a deep personal interest in reading.
b) They seek the rewards or prizes they receive for reading.
c) They see reading as a reward in and of itself.
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d) None of the above.
12. Presenting books as a reward for reading is more appropriate than a class pizza party
reading reward because of the notion of
a) external rewards.
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b) reward appreciation.
c) reward proximity.
d) tokenism.
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13. Ideally, when teachers perform a classroom read-aloud, they should
a) read books they are not familiar with.
b) expect their students to enjoy all of the books.
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c) change the time of reading each day.
d) establish rules for read-aloud time.
14. Time set aside for students to participate in self-selected reading should
a) include opportunities for the children to discuss what they read.
b) be followed with written assignments.
c) be completed in silence to ensure there are no distractions.
d) involve students reading only from books.
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15. Asking parents to read in front of their children, volunteer to assist in the classroom, buy
books as gifts for birthdays, and/or talk with their child about reading are all ways for a
teacher to
a) guarantee each student will become a reader.
b) provide extrinsic rewards.
c) request parental support.
d) encourage parents to force children to read.
Short Answer Questions
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Short answer questions should be answered in a detailed paragraph consisting of about 3-5
sentences.
1. There are three different categories of school books. Identify each category and describe
its purpose or role in a classroom.
ST
2. It is important for a teacher to be a reading role model in a classroom. How can a teacher
be a good reading role model for students?
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3. Distinguish between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation to read.
4. Briefly discuss the pleasure-practice-proficiency cycle presented in the textbook. How
does it relate to the development of readers?
Essay Questions
LU
Essay questions should be answered in as detailed a fashion as is possible in about a 1-2 page
response. Essay answers should typically consist of three to five paragraphs. Where appropriate
include graphs or illustrations to enhance the clarity and detail of your answer. Also, where
appropriate be sure to include an example to illustrate your understanding of the question.
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1. In the textbook five particular strengths of children’s literature trade books are discussed.
With specific reference to all five items, discuss the strengths of children’s literature trade
books.
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2. In the textbook, emphasis is placed upon the importance of making time for books and
reading. Specify ways that a teacher can ensure that the classroom routine includes ample
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opportunities within which to make time for books.
3. In order for reading to occur it is important that the right classroom atmosphere exists.
What can a teacher do to create an atmosphere conducive to reading?
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Children's Literature, Briefly, 7th edition
By Terrell Young, Gregory Bryan
TE
ST
SO
LU
TI
O
N
, kjhgfdsa
Chapter 1. Read, Read, Read
Multiple Choice Questions
1. The transactional theory of literature and reading was created by
a) Louise Rosenblatt.
b) Brenda Guiberson.
c) Tim O’Brien.
d) Jim Trelease.
TE
2. Within the transactional theory of literature and reading, efferent reading is typically
done to obtain
a) pleasure.
b) facts.
ST
c) an escape.
d) intrinsic rewards.
3. Within the transactional theory of literature and reading, reading in order to enjoy a
pleasurable experience is referred to as
SO
a) aesthetic reading.
b) eventful reading.
c) efferent reading.
d) energized reading.
4. Potential long-term benefits of reading include all of the following except
LU
a) increased verbal fluency.
b) increased reading automaticity.
c) better understanding of other cultures.
d) greater likelihood of remaining functionally illiterate.
TI
5. The three general categories of school books discussed in the chapter include
a) novels, picture books, and trade books.
b) reference books, dictionaries, and trade books.
O
c) reference books, textbooks, and trade books.
d) reference books, students’ books, and trade books.
N
6. Which of the following is identified as a general strength of trade books?
a) The absence of illustrations.
b) A single, dispassionate perspective.
c) Currency and up-to-date information. All Chapters Included ⬛⬛⬛
d) Immediate answers to specific questions.
7. In the chapter, trade books are described as
a) tools of lifelong learning. All Answers Included ⬛⬛⬛
b) dictionaries and encyclopedias.
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c) out-dated and unnecessary.
d) detached and objective.
8. Which of the following statements is true for motivated readers?
a) Motivated readers refuse to discard a book they have not finished.
b) Motivated readers remember everything they read.
c) Motivated readers read for their own purposes.
d) Motivated readers like all books.
9. When someone is capable of reading but frequently chooses not to read, they are referred
TE
to as being
a) illiterate.
b) elliterate.
c) xliterate.
d) aliterate.
ST
10. Authentic literacy tasks are
a) practiced only inside the walls of a schoolroom.
b) reading tasks exclusively involving reference books.
c) inhibiting to one’s reading motivation.
SO
d) the types of activities practiced for real-life purposes.
11. Why do extrinsically motivated readers most often choose to read?
a) They have a deep personal interest in reading.
b) They seek the rewards or prizes they receive for reading.
c) They see reading as a reward in and of itself.
LU
d) None of the above.
12. Presenting books as a reward for reading is more appropriate than a class pizza party
reading reward because of the notion of
a) external rewards.
TI
b) reward appreciation.
c) reward proximity.
d) tokenism.
O
13. Ideally, when teachers perform a classroom read-aloud, they should
a) read books they are not familiar with.
b) expect their students to enjoy all of the books.
N
c) change the time of reading each day.
d) establish rules for read-aloud time.
14. Time set aside for students to participate in self-selected reading should
a) include opportunities for the children to discuss what they read.
b) be followed with written assignments.
c) be completed in silence to ensure there are no distractions.
d) involve students reading only from books.
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, kjhgfdsa
15. Asking parents to read in front of their children, volunteer to assist in the classroom, buy
books as gifts for birthdays, and/or talk with their child about reading are all ways for a
teacher to
a) guarantee each student will become a reader.
b) provide extrinsic rewards.
c) request parental support.
d) encourage parents to force children to read.
Short Answer Questions
TE
Short answer questions should be answered in a detailed paragraph consisting of about 3-5
sentences.
1. There are three different categories of school books. Identify each category and describe
its purpose or role in a classroom.
ST
2. It is important for a teacher to be a reading role model in a classroom. How can a teacher
be a good reading role model for students?
SO
3. Distinguish between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation to read.
4. Briefly discuss the pleasure-practice-proficiency cycle presented in the textbook. How
does it relate to the development of readers?
Essay Questions
LU
Essay questions should be answered in as detailed a fashion as is possible in about a 1-2 page
response. Essay answers should typically consist of three to five paragraphs. Where appropriate
include graphs or illustrations to enhance the clarity and detail of your answer. Also, where
appropriate be sure to include an example to illustrate your understanding of the question.
TI
1. In the textbook five particular strengths of children’s literature trade books are discussed.
With specific reference to all five items, discuss the strengths of children’s literature trade
books.
O
2. In the textbook, emphasis is placed upon the importance of making time for books and
reading. Specify ways that a teacher can ensure that the classroom routine includes ample
N
opportunities within which to make time for books.
3. In order for reading to occur it is important that the right classroom atmosphere exists.
What can a teacher do to create an atmosphere conducive to reading?
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