Starter quiz
- Which of these texts would not be considered non-fiction?
- novel ✓
- website
- biography
- newspaper article
- diary
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- Which of the following would not be included in a non-fiction text?
- opinions
- facts
- statistics
- characters ✓
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- Which reading skill can be used before you begin reading a text?
- inference
- analysis
- prediction ✓
- skimming
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- Which word beginning with 's' can be described as: 'a simplified belief, view or representation of a group of people'?
- 'stereotype' ✓
- Who is the likely audience for a non-fiction text titled: 'Climate Change: A Guide for Young Activists'?
- toddlers and young children
- university professors specialising in environmental science
- young individuals interested in environmental activism ✓
- retired individuals looking for leisure reading
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- What is the purpose of a speech titled: 'Breaking Stereotypes in Modern Society'?
- To entertain listeners with personal anecdotes and jokes.
- To inform listeners about the detrimental effects of stereotypes on society. ✓
- To persuade listeners to challenge and dismantle stereotypes in their own lives. ✓
- To describe fictional characters and their experiences with stereotypes.
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Exit quiz
- What were the two main purposes of women playing football during World War I in Sheffield, according to the 'Stoppage Time' article?
- to raise money for the war effort ✓
- to entertain soldiers ✓
- to challenge gender norms
- to promote women's rights
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- Which answer best describes the word 'conform'?
- anything related to society, including behaviours, attitudes and expectations
- a simplified belief, view or representation of a group of people
- to behave or think in a way that is socially acceptable ✓
- the most widely accepted or prevailing (idea or concept)
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- Which answer best describes the purpose of the article 'Stoppage Time'?
- to entertain using anecdotes and fictional characters
- to inform the audience about the relatively unknown history of women’s football ✓
- to advise and explain how people can become professional footballers
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- Complete this sentence: in the 'Stoppage Time' article, the representation of women in football's history __________ the dominant narratives of the sport.
- challenges ✓
- supports
- contradicts
- denotes
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- With reference to the article 'Stoppage Time, what does the term "herstory" imply in the context of the title?
- It refers to history written from a feminist or woman's perspective. ✓
- It denotes a fictional account of historical events.
- It signifies a chronological timeline of football history.
- It highlights the achievements of male football players.
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- Which of these useful concepts can be used to explore a texts 'big ideas'?
- representation ✓
- attitudes and values ✓
- historical perspectives ✓
- language devices
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Key learning points
- Before reading, it can be useful to consider the purpose, form and audience of a text.
- Identifying complex ideas in a text can help deepen your understanding.
- 'Big ideas' include: representation, attitudes and values and historical perspectives.
- Considering how texts challenge or conform to stereotypes and dominant narratives can create sophisticated statements.
Common misconception
Historical texts only portray stereotypical representations of women.
Even though societal expectations and stereotypes exist, this does not mean that all people conform to these standards - even in the past!
Keywords
Societal - refers to anything related to society, including behaviours, attitudes and expectations
Stereotype - a simplified belief, view or representation of a group of people
Conform - to behave or think in a way that is socially acceptable
Dominant - the most widely accepted or prevailing (idea or concept)
Narrative - a story or account of events, often shaping how people perceive history or society
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