AMC - Young and Dyslexic Quiz

What is the intended audience of the passage?

• Old and dyslexic individuals

• Young and dyslexic individuals

• Old and non-dyslexic individuals

• Young and non-dyslexic individuals

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

What is the author's tone throughout the passage?

• Negative and discouraging

• Positive and encouraging

• Neutral and informative

• Confused and uncertain

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the author mean by 'we are the architects, we are the designers'?

• Dyslexic individuals have a natural talent for architecture and design

• Dyslexic individuals have the potential to be creative and skilled like architects and designers

• Dyslexic individuals should pursue careers in architecture and design

• Dyslexic individuals are responsible for the education system's limitations

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the author criticize about the education system in the past?

• Lack of compassion and understanding

• Lack of creativity and skill development

• Lack of discipline and strictness

• Lack of resources and technology

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

What personal experience does the author share to emphasize the positive aspects of dyslexia?

• Being expelled from school

• Arguing with teachers on an intellectual level

• Stealing a teacher's car

• Having poems in his head as a child

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

What does the author's anecdote about arguing with teachers reveal about the education system?

• Teachers were open to intellectual debates with students

• Teachers were supportive of students' creative thinking

• Teachers were often racist and close-minded

• Teachers were understanding of dyslexic students

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the author mean by 'staying out of prison is about conquering your fears and finding your path in life'?

• Dyslexic individuals are more likely to end up in prison

• Overcoming obstacles and pursuing one's passion leads to success

• Dyslexic individuals should avoid risky behaviors to stay out of prison

• Finding a career in the prison system helps dyslexic individuals

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

What does the author suggest is more important than having a good memory in education?

• Passion, creativity, and individuality

• Intelligence and academic achievements

• Discipline and obedience

• Efficiency and productivity

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

What does the author use to cope with dyslexia when writing?

• Drawing pictures to represent words

• Using a spell-check software

• Asking someone else to write for him

• Avoiding words he can't spell

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the author find challenging when reading a book?

• Understanding the content

• Remembering the plot

• Interpreting the author's message

• Dealing with the physical size of the book

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10