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WorksheetsLanguage and Taboo
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Taboo is...
A game played by particular families
Rules our society creates
Words or phrases that are politically incorrect. Topics considered uncomfortable or unpleasant
Bringing about odd beliefs to a debate
Which of these questions is not one to consider when analyzing taboo language?
Why is a certain audience shocked by the taboo subject?
Which taboo topic could create controversy?
What does the taboo say about cultural values and shared beliefs?
How can taboos be broken?
Why might an author incorporate taboo topics in their work?
to use controversy as a means for change
to bring attention to themselves
to be interesting
to be morally incorrect
Which of these is true about taboo?
It is ever changing
It remains constant
It is no longer an issue in our society
It doesn't get talked about anymore
Which of these is NOT an example of taboo?
swear words
school
premarital sex
sexuality
Which of these is NOT part of the "Big 5?"
purpose
theme
author
stylistic devices
Why are political cartoons important?
They discuss important social issues
They are engaging visual images
They do not create controversy
They include opinions
Which of these is NOT something we analyze for political cartoons?
Objects
Artist's Purpose
Debatable Issue
Tone
What was Kip Russell's purpose in the article "War on Words?"
Inform the audience of the absurdity of banning words from standardized tests
Inform the audience of words that are corrupting the youth
Give support to the NYC Dept. of Education
Portray taboo as necessary
Which of these best describes the tone of "War on Words?"
informative
sarcastic
rude
sympathetic
Which of these best supports the tone for "War on Words?"
"Words that suggest wealth are excluded because they could make kids jealous."
"Schools Chancellor Dennis Walcott said the DOE is simply giving guidance to the test developers."
"The New York City Department of Education is waging a war on words of sorts..."
"Some students think banning these words from periodic assessment tests is ridiculous."
Why does the author of "War on Words" choose to include quotes from Fliegal with the Center for Educational Innovation?
He negates Walcott's opinions on forbidding words on assessments
He is a credible source
He adds flare to the article
He is misunderstood
What purpose does the extended list serve in "War on Words?"
Just show the words
Elaborate on the ridiculousness of the banning of words
Create organization
Lengthen the article
What is the purpose of this quote: "Julie Lewis' family celebrates Christmas and Kwanzaa, but she [said] she wants her children to appreciate...other holidays.."
To show that words promote diversity and learning do not upset students
Give a woman's opinion
Relate to Christians
To promote the idea that individuals should have the right to choose what their students are exposed to in school
What is the theme/overall message of the article "War on Words?"
People shouldn't use taboo language in schools
Taboo language creates an uncomfortable environment for kids
Individuals shouldn't be faced with topics not familiar to them, especially on standardized tests
These topics are a part of life and are unavoidable not uncomfortable
