Activating Prior Knowledge Anticipation Guide

Prior knowledge helps readers make connections between what they already know and what they don't know.

• True

• False

Background knowledge is made up of a person's experiences with the world, including what they have read.

• Disagree

• Agree

Background knowledge is essential for critical thinking and problem-solving.

• Disagree

• Agree

Reading fiction can contribute to a person's background knowledge.

• Disagree

• Agree

Background knowledge is static and does not change over time.

• Disagree

• Agree

Is background knowledge solely based on personal experiences?

• Disagree

• Agree

Can background knowledge be acquired through formal education?

• Disagree

• Agree

How might a students existing knowledge about a topic influence their understanding of new information?