Test Bank
Chapter 12 – Informational Books Multiple Choice 1.
Which of the following is a value associated with reading informational books? Children will a. Experience the excitement of new discoveries. b. Be introduced to the scientific method. c. Be encouraged to stretch their minds, expand this curiosity, and develop observational powers. d. All of the above
2.
Which of the following is probably the most important criterion in evaluating informational books? a. The facts are accurate. b. There are no stereotypes. c. Illustrations clarify the text. d. The style stimulates interest.
3.
Which of the following is more important when evaluating informational books than when evaluating fiction? a. The author’s style b. The characterizations c. The setting d. The author’s qualifications
4.
An author of an information book who discusses both the benefits of and the detrimental consequences of forest fires is concerned with a. Distinguishing between facts and theories b. Providing differing views on controversial subjects c. Demonstrating that he or she has the qualifications to write the book d. Providing up-to-date information
5.
Anthropomorphism means a. Writing fictitious dialogue for biographical characters. b. Describing the life cycle of an animal. c. Giving human emotions and attributes to animals. d. Using stereotypes to describe females.
6.
An informational book that would not encourage analytical thinking and evaluation would a. Provide differing views on controversial subjects b. Encourage children to withhold judgments until all facts are explored c. Present facts and theories without differentiating between them d. Encourage children to experiment and to compare
7.
Which of the following is not a common organizational technique in informational books? a. Simple to complex b. Familiar to unfamiliar c. Early to later development d. Flashbacks
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