Worksheets25/26 Midterm Review
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
In 'coming-of-age' narratives, what typically marks the transition for the protagonist?
a)
A magical transformation into an adult.
b)
A sudden inheritance of wealth.
c)
The acquisition of superpowers.
d)
An event or series of experiences that force them to confront reality and make difficult choices.
2.
Which literary term is often used interchangeably with 'coming-of-age' story?
a)
Satire
b)
Allegory
c)
Bildungsroman
d)
Tragedy
3.
Which of the following is a common characteristic of a 'coming-of-age' story?
a)
The plot revolves around solving a complex mystery.
b)
The protagonist remains unchanged throughout the narrative
c)
The story primarily focuses on the past experiences of adult characters.
d)
The protagonist experiences significant personal growth and learns a life lesson.
4.
What role do mentors or older figures often play in 'coming-of-age' narratives?
a)
They are always the primary antagonists in the story.
b)
They are typically absent from the protagonist's life.
c)
They provide guidance, wisdom, and support, helping the protagonist navigate challenges.
d)
They hinder the protagonist's growth and development.
5.
Which of the following emotions is frequently explored in 'coming-of-age' stories?
a)
Nostalgia for a distant future.
b)
Apathy towards all experiences.
c)
Complete and unwavering certainty about life.
d)
Confusion, rebellion, and the search for identity.
6.
The setting in a 'coming-of-age' story often serves to:
a)
Reflect or influence the protagonist's inner world and external challenges.
b)
Serve solely as a decorative background.
c)
Have no impact on the protagonist's journey.
d)
Highlight supernatural elements only.
7.
What is the primary psychological shift experienced by protagonists in 'coming-of-age' stories?
a)
The development of superhuman abilities.
b)
A complete rejection of all societal norms without understanding.
c)
A descent into complete chaos.
d)
A shift from innocence and naiveté to experience and a more complex understanding of the world.
8.
Which of the following is a common topic explored in 'coming-of-age' films?
a)
Advanced theoretical physics.
b)
The history of ancient civilizations.
c)
Navigating first loves, friendships, and societal expectations.
d)
The complexities of corporate finance.
9.
What kind of ending is most typical for a 'coming-of-age' story?
a)
The protagonist reverts to their original, immature state.
b)
The protagonist achieves a new level of self-awareness and maturity, even if challenges remain.
c)
The protagonist gains magical powers and saves the world.
d)
A sudden, dramatic, and unresolved cliffhanger.
10.
What is the key difference between being skeptical and being cynical when evaluating online information?
a)
Skepticism means you are not easily convinced and think critically, while cynicism means you distrust everyone's motives and cloud your judgment
b)
Skepticism means you trust everything, while cynicism means you trust nothing
c)
Skepticism is only for experts, while cynicism is for regular people
d)
Skepticism and cynicism are the same thing and the terms are interchangeable
11.
Why is the absence of evidence for a claim reason to be skeptical?
a)
Because only opinions need evidence, not factual claims
b)
Because all claims must come with citations or they are automatically false
c)
Because absence of evidence proves the claim is definitely false
d)
Because if someone cannot provide evidence to back up their claim, you have no way to verify if it is true
12.
Why is it important to check multiple sources when fact-checking a claim, rather than relying on just one source?
a)
All sources say the same thing, so it doesn't matter which one you check
b)
Multiple sources are only necessary if you don't trust the first source you find
c)
Different sources may have different data, and checking several helps you find the most accurate information and identify patterns
d)
Multiple sources take longer to check, which makes the information more reliable
13.
What is the main purpose of using the 'CRAP test' mentioned in the video?
a)
To help identify and evaluate the credibility of online articles
b)
To determine if a news source is entertaining
c)
To find out which social media platform posted the article first
d)
To measure how many people have shared an article
14.
Which of the following questions is part of the CRAP test for evaluating articles?
a)
Is the article written in English?
b)
Is the article funny?
c)
Does the article have many comments?
d)
Is the article current and is the site reputable?
15.
Why should you verify the author of an article when checking for fake news?
a)
To find out how many followers they have
b)
To see if they are famous
c)
To check if they work for a large company
d)
To determine if they have verifiable credentials and expertise
16.
What is one reason why fake news can have devastating effects on society?
a)
It increases the number of news sources available
b)
It can negatively impact our democracy and how people make decisions
c)
It helps people learn new information
d)
It makes people laugh
17.
What is confirmation bias?
a)
The tendency to seek out information that contradicts our beliefs.
b)
The tendency to ignore all information.
c)
The tendency to favor information that supports our beliefs.
d)
The tendency to change beliefs frequently.
18.
True or False: The claim is your stance (position) on a given topic.
a)
True
b)
False
19.
True or False: Evidence is the foundation of your argumentative essay.
a)
True
b)
False
20.
True or False: Each piece of evidence does not need a warrant or backing.
a)
True
b)
False
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