CLY1501
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 15 JUNE 2025
, CLY1501 Assignment 2 (Due 15 June 2025)
SECTION 1: BASIC UNDERSTANDING AND CONCEPTS [10]
QUESTION 1 [10 marks]
1.1 Literacy (2)
Literacy is the ability to read, write, speak, and understand language. It involves
decoding written texts and effectively communicating ideas.
1.2 Emergent literacy (2)
Emergent literacy refers to the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that develop before
formal reading and writing instruction. This includes listening to stories, recognizing
letters, and scribbling.
1.3 Genre (2)
A genre is a category of literature defined by style, form, or content. In children's
literature, genres include folktales, picture books, fantasy, and poetry.
1.4 Multiculturalism (2)
Multiculturalism refers to the inclusion and appreciation of diverse cultural backgrounds
and experiences in literature to reflect society’s diversity.
1.5 Picture books (2)
Picture books are books that use illustrations and minimal text to tell a story. They are
designed for young readers and help develop visual literacy and comprehension.
SECTION 2: KNOWLEDGE APPLICATION [50]
QUESTION 2 [10 marks]
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 15 JUNE 2025
, CLY1501 Assignment 2 (Due 15 June 2025)
SECTION 1: BASIC UNDERSTANDING AND CONCEPTS [10]
QUESTION 1 [10 marks]
1.1 Literacy (2)
Literacy is the ability to read, write, speak, and understand language. It involves
decoding written texts and effectively communicating ideas.
1.2 Emergent literacy (2)
Emergent literacy refers to the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that develop before
formal reading and writing instruction. This includes listening to stories, recognizing
letters, and scribbling.
1.3 Genre (2)
A genre is a category of literature defined by style, form, or content. In children's
literature, genres include folktales, picture books, fantasy, and poetry.
1.4 Multiculturalism (2)
Multiculturalism refers to the inclusion and appreciation of diverse cultural backgrounds
and experiences in literature to reflect society’s diversity.
1.5 Picture books (2)
Picture books are books that use illustrations and minimal text to tell a story. They are
designed for young readers and help develop visual literacy and comprehension.
SECTION 2: KNOWLEDGE APPLICATION [50]
QUESTION 2 [10 marks]
