, SECTION A: Short Paragraph Questions (60 marks) Question 1 1A In your own words • In
one sentence DEFINE what a STEREOTYPE is. • IDENTIFY one of the stereotypes
reflected in in the particular story below: How Dreams Are Made and Ended • EXPLAIN
why the Stereotype you have chosen is important in the story: How Dreams Are Made and
Ended. please write on my behalf with in text references
A stereotype is a widely held, oversimplified, and generalized belief or idea about a
particular group of people. In the story "How Dreams Are Made and Ended" by Alyce
Clark, one evident stereotype is the belief that girls are not as intelligent as boys, as
reflected in Kayla's parents' response to her dream of becoming a doctor. This stereotype
is crucial in the narrative as it showcases the impact of societal prejudices on individual
aspirations, highlighting the role of parental attitudes in shaping a child's confidence and
determination (Clark).
1B In your own words and in two paragraphs ONLY: • Explain TWO reasons why it is
important that teachers avoid STEREOTYPES in the classroom.
It is crucial for teachers to avoid perpetuating stereotypes in the classroom for several
reasons. Firstly, stereotypes can hinder the academic and personal development of
students. When teachers reinforce gender, racial, or other stereotypes, they may
unintentionally create a biased learning environment. This bias can affect students' self-
esteem, limit their aspirations, and contribute to a lack of diversity in educational and
career paths. As noted by Ambady and Shih (2012), stereotype threat can lead to
underperformance, anxiety, and disengagement among students, emphasizing the need
for educators to create an inclusive and supportive atmosphere.
Secondly, fostering a stereotype-free environment promotes equity and fairness in
education. By recognizing and challenging stereotypes, teachers contribute to a more just
and equal educational experience for all students. Research by Steele and Aronson (1995)
emphasizes that creating a classroom where individuals are not judged based on
stereotypes can help diminish the negative effects of stereotype threat. Teachers play a
pivotal role in shaping students' perspectives, and by avoiding stereotypes, they contribute
to a more inclusive and empowering educational setting. Overall, eliminating stereotypes
from the classroom is vital for promoting positive student outcomes and ensuring
educational equity (Ambady & Shih, 2012; Steele & Aronson, 1995).
Question 2 Why Giraffe and the Oxpecker are Good Friends In ancient times, when all the
animals lived together peacefully, a vast bushfire swept through the land, started by a bolt
of lightning. The dry grass burst into flames. The strong winds quickly spread a wall of
flames from horizon to horizon. The animals fled in panic before the deadly flames. A pair
of oxpeckers had made their nest in a hole in the tree trunk and had just hatched their
chicks. Their tree stood in the path of the advancing flames. The oxpeckers pleaded with
the passing animals to please help them, but none could stop with the fire coming ever
closer. Kindly Giraffe came along and asked the distressed oxpeckers how he could help.
“Oh, Giraffe,” the oxpeckers wailed, “Our nest will soon be burned with our chicks still in it”.
Please carry it away from the fire for us.” Giraffe could reach the top of the tree, pluck the
nest and the young fledglings from the hole, and carry them to safety. “How will we ever
repay you for your kindness? asked the grateful oxpeckers. “Easy”, said the giraffe, “I am
always troubled by ticks. You can pick the ticks off me if you ride on my back.” “We will
one sentence DEFINE what a STEREOTYPE is. • IDENTIFY one of the stereotypes
reflected in in the particular story below: How Dreams Are Made and Ended • EXPLAIN
why the Stereotype you have chosen is important in the story: How Dreams Are Made and
Ended. please write on my behalf with in text references
A stereotype is a widely held, oversimplified, and generalized belief or idea about a
particular group of people. In the story "How Dreams Are Made and Ended" by Alyce
Clark, one evident stereotype is the belief that girls are not as intelligent as boys, as
reflected in Kayla's parents' response to her dream of becoming a doctor. This stereotype
is crucial in the narrative as it showcases the impact of societal prejudices on individual
aspirations, highlighting the role of parental attitudes in shaping a child's confidence and
determination (Clark).
1B In your own words and in two paragraphs ONLY: • Explain TWO reasons why it is
important that teachers avoid STEREOTYPES in the classroom.
It is crucial for teachers to avoid perpetuating stereotypes in the classroom for several
reasons. Firstly, stereotypes can hinder the academic and personal development of
students. When teachers reinforce gender, racial, or other stereotypes, they may
unintentionally create a biased learning environment. This bias can affect students' self-
esteem, limit their aspirations, and contribute to a lack of diversity in educational and
career paths. As noted by Ambady and Shih (2012), stereotype threat can lead to
underperformance, anxiety, and disengagement among students, emphasizing the need
for educators to create an inclusive and supportive atmosphere.
Secondly, fostering a stereotype-free environment promotes equity and fairness in
education. By recognizing and challenging stereotypes, teachers contribute to a more just
and equal educational experience for all students. Research by Steele and Aronson (1995)
emphasizes that creating a classroom where individuals are not judged based on
stereotypes can help diminish the negative effects of stereotype threat. Teachers play a
pivotal role in shaping students' perspectives, and by avoiding stereotypes, they contribute
to a more inclusive and empowering educational setting. Overall, eliminating stereotypes
from the classroom is vital for promoting positive student outcomes and ensuring
educational equity (Ambady & Shih, 2012; Steele & Aronson, 1995).
Question 2 Why Giraffe and the Oxpecker are Good Friends In ancient times, when all the
animals lived together peacefully, a vast bushfire swept through the land, started by a bolt
of lightning. The dry grass burst into flames. The strong winds quickly spread a wall of
flames from horizon to horizon. The animals fled in panic before the deadly flames. A pair
of oxpeckers had made their nest in a hole in the tree trunk and had just hatched their
chicks. Their tree stood in the path of the advancing flames. The oxpeckers pleaded with
the passing animals to please help them, but none could stop with the fire coming ever
closer. Kindly Giraffe came along and asked the distressed oxpeckers how he could help.
“Oh, Giraffe,” the oxpeckers wailed, “Our nest will soon be burned with our chicks still in it”.
Please carry it away from the fire for us.” Giraffe could reach the top of the tree, pluck the
nest and the young fledglings from the hole, and carry them to safety. “How will we ever
repay you for your kindness? asked the grateful oxpeckers. “Easy”, said the giraffe, “I am
always troubled by ticks. You can pick the ticks off me if you ride on my back.” “We will
