Quiz on Critical Literacy

What is a central thinking skill involved in critical literacy?

• Passive reading

• Repetition of texts

• Questioning and examination of ideas

• Memorization of facts

Which theory is NOT mentioned as part of critical literacy?

• Reader response theory

• Cognitive theory

• Critical race theory

• Feminist theory

What does 'liberal education' emphasize in critical literacy?

• Avoiding contradictions

• Intellectual freedom and diverse interpretations

• Focus on standardized testing

• Strict adherence to traditional texts

What is the primary aim of critical literacy in the arts according to Luke?

• To create artworks

• To understand how texts construct worlds and identities

• To critique all forms of art

• To memorize artistic techniques

Which of the following is NOT a form of educational practice identified in critical literacy?

• Liberal education

• Critical thinking

• Pluralism

• Transformative praxis

What does the acronym CARS stand for in evaluating texts?

• Credibility, Accuracy, Reasonableness, Support

• Credibility, Analysis, Relevance, Summary

• Clarity, Argument, Relevance, Structure

• Critical, Analytical, Reflective, Supportive

What is a key component of critical literacy praxis?

• Memorization of texts

• Textual studies analyzed at the discursive level

• Passive reading strategies

• Standardized assessments

Which of the following questions is suggested for textual analysis?

• How many pages is the text?

• What knowledge does the reader need to understand the text?

• What is the author's favorite color?

• What is the author's age?

What does 'praxis' refer to in the context of critical literacy?

• Passive observation of texts

• Memorization of texts

• Practical application of critical theories

• Theoretical knowledge only

What is the relationship between texts and power in critical literacy?

• Texts are neutral and unbiased

• Texts are situated in fields of power

• Texts have no impact on society

• Texts are only for entertainment