Community Traits Quiz

Which of the following are key traits of a community based on the bulleted list?

• Shared values and goals

• Geographical proximity

• Diverse interests

• Individualism

Consider the communities you are a part of. Which of these communities fits Lowe’s definition?

• Your local sports team

• Your School

• Your neighborhood

• Your online gaming group

Lowe thinks his definition that community is “a shared story” works for several reasons. Which of the following is NOT one of those reasons?

• It allows for diverse perspectives.

• It fosters a sense of belonging.

• It emphasizes individual achievements.

• It encourages collective memory.

The title of this text is “What is ‘community’ and why is it important?” Which of the following highlights two pieces of evidence that answer both questions?

• Community provides a sense of belonging and support.

• Community is a group of people living in the same area.

• Community helps in personal growth and development.

• Community is important for social interaction and collaboration.

Which best describes the author’s main purpose in writing the article?

• to illustrate how important it is to be part of multiple communities

• to demonstrate the way community has shaped the author's life

• to describe the life of a person who lives in Newcastle

• to give a clear and useful definition of community

Which piece of evidence best illustrates the central idea of the article?

• “So, one of the communities that I consider myself to be part of is the community based around the city of Newcastle.” (Paragraph 5)

• “It is this choice to participate in the making and remaking of these stories about the city that makes me part of the community of Newcastle.” (Paragraph 7)

• “Community is a group of people who share a story that is so important to them that it defines an aspect of who they are.” (Paragraph 9)

• “Social change requires that we rewrite our communal narratives.” (Paragraph 11)

Reread the excerpt from paragraph 5: “The manifestations of this are that I take pride in showing people around the city. I feel slighted when people say horrible things about it. I feel at home whenever I hear a Geordie (Newcastle) accent (despite not having one myself).” What is the best meaning of the word slighted as it is used in the excerpt?

• bored

• insulted

• motivated

• recognized

A community is “a group of people who share an identity-forming narrative.” What does this mean according to Toby Lowe?

• A group of people living in the same geographical area.

• A group of people who share common interests and goals.

• A group of people who share an identity-forming narrative.

• A group of people who work together in the same organization.

Consider a community you are part of. What is something that is considered courteous behavior in that community?

• Greeting everyone with a smile

• Ignoring people

• Being late to meetings

• Speaking loudly in public places

Is it possible to be a part of a community without conforming to its views?

• Yes, it is possible.

• No, it is not possible.

• It depends on the community.

• Only if you agree with most views.