Children's Literature Trivia Quiz

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    Children's books bring...

    • An opportunity for children to use their imagination.
    • Parents a way to punish the children.
    • A great way to keep children occupied while you are busy.
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Explore the world of children's literature with this trivia quiz. Delve into definitions, historical contexts, and the academic value of children's books. Assess your understanding of literary categories and their impact on language development and cultural enrichment.

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  • 2. 

    Young adults (children 9-14) read literature that help them find themselves and important situations. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    It is very important for children within this age group to read literature that help them found out or identify with situations around them. They enjoy reading stories about peers or people who have overcome life challenges.

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  • 3. 
    What is Children's Literature?  - ProProfs

    What is Children's Literature? 

    • Books written by award winning authors

    • Books written for children meeting high literary standards

    • Books with lots of pictures.

    Correct Answer
    A. Books written for children meeting high literary standards
    Explanation
    Children's Literature is books that have been written for children that meet high literary and artistic standards. It spans from the infant stage until adolescent.

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  • 4. 

    What is the academic value of children's literature? 

    • Opportunity to foster language development.

    • Exposure to common vocabulary and writing styles.

    • An opportunity for publishers to make a quick dollar off teachers.

    Correct Answer
    A. Opportunity to foster language development.
    Explanation
    Children's books bring opportunity to foster language development, a chance to learn how to read, opportunity to listen and read excellent literature, exposure to rich vocabulary and excellent writing styles. The best out in students and allows them to become better writers. Subject areas to life ( science, history).

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  • 5. 

    Who was the first printer of books? 

    • John Amos Comenius, 1657

    • Benjamin Franklin, 1746

    • William Caxton, 1440

    Correct Answer
    A. William Caxton, 1440
    Explanation
    William Caxton printed the first series of books for adults, however many children took them for themselves.
    1440's the hornbooks appeared, created from a wooden pattel

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  • 6. 

    Children ages 0-2 enjoy story books with simple plots. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    They are discovering the world around them. Everything is new and exciting. Their way of learning and processing information is to touch and feel.

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  • 7. 

    Children between the ages of 7 and 9 are...

    • Solidifying their reading ability.

    • Enjoy reading long books that challenge them.

    • Gaining independence and determining their point of view.

    Correct Answer
    A. Solidifying their reading ability.
    Explanation
    Solidifying their reading ability. Gaining new vocabulary at a rapid rate. Developing a greater understand of themselves, other, and the world around them

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  • 8. 

    In the history of children's books 

    • Mother Goose wrote most of them

    • They were found in the wealthiest of children's homes.

    • Portrayed children as victims without a future.

    Correct Answer
    A. They were found in the wealthiest of children's homes.
    Explanation
    History of Children's Books.. were instructional and only for the wealthiest of children.
    lesson books and often in Latin.
    were not meant to delight or entertain children.

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  • 9. 

    Children's literature  was taken seriously until the nineteenth century.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    it wasn't until the twentieth century that children's literature was taken seriously enough to warrant a special place in the academic world.

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  • 10. 

    Children's literature are not books about childhood that are told in a nostalgic form.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    This statement suggests that children's literature does not solely focus on nostalgic portrayals of childhood. Instead, it implies that children's literature encompasses a broader range of stories and themes that may not be directly related to childhood experiences. Therefore, the correct answer is true, as it aligns with the statement's assertion.

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  • 11. 

    Hornbooks were full of entertaining pictures that held children's attention for hours

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Hornbooks and battledore books never carried anything remotely entertaining, so children would sample adult books.

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  • 12. 

    How many categories can children's books fall into? 

    • One .

    • Three. Early, Young, and Advanced

    • Two, Textbook and Trade book.

    Correct Answer
    A. Two, Textbook and Trade book.
    Explanation
    Children's Literature falls into two categories, textbooks used for instruction, and trade book used for entertainment.

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  • 13. 

    What are chapbooks? 

    • The first picture books created.

    • Books full of action and adventure.

    • Books containing alphabets, numbers and illustrations.

    Correct Answer
    A. Books full of action and adventure.
    Explanation
    Chapbooks were common in the 17th and 18th centuries. They were purchased for a penny and were disliked by the upper classes of England, however common people loved them because of the action and adventure.

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  • 14. 

    John Newbery was an English publisher who saw the _____________ as a potential consumer of books. 

    Correct Answer
    child
    Explanation
    John Newbery was an English publisher who saw the child as a potential consumer of books. This suggests that he recognized the importance of catering to the needs and interests of young readers, and believed that children would be interested in and benefit from reading books. By targeting children as a consumer group, Newbery likely played a significant role in the development and popularization of children's literature.

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  • 15. 

    The  _________ had three folding cardboard leaves. 

    Correct Answer
    Battledore
    Explanation
    A battledore is a type of book that was popular in the 18th century. It consisted of three folding cardboard leaves, making it a suitable option for the given question.

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  • 16. 

    ________________ spans from the infant state until adolescence. 

    Correct Answer
    Children's Literature
    Explanation
    Children's Literature refers to the genre of literature that is specifically written for and targeted towards children. It encompasses various forms of literature including picture books, fairy tales, folktales, fables, and novels that are suitable for children from infancy until adolescence. This genre aims to entertain, educate, and engage young readers by presenting age-appropriate themes, language, and storytelling techniques. Children's Literature plays a crucial role in shaping children's imagination, creativity, and language skills, while also introducing them to important moral and social values.

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  • 17. 

    Children between the ages of 4-7 are at a _______________ where they will begin to enjoy or dislike reading.

    Correct Answer
    pivotal point
    important stage
    Explanation
    Children between the ages of 4-7 are at a pivotal point or important stage in their development where they will begin to enjoy or dislike reading. This suggests that this age range is a critical period for establishing a positive or negative attitude towards reading. It is during this time that children start to develop their reading skills and form opinions about reading, which can have long-lasting effects on their future academic success and overall enjoyment of reading.

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  • 18. 

    John Amos Comenius prepared what is described today as ________________.

    Correct Answer
    the first picture book
    Explanation
    John Amos Comenius is credited with preparing the first picture book. This means that he was the first person to create a book that contained pictures. Picture books are now a popular genre of literature, especially for young children, as they combine visual elements with written text to tell a story or convey information. Comenius's contribution to the development of picture books is significant as it laid the foundation for the use of illustrations in books, making them more engaging and accessible to a wider audience.

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