UKS2 Power & Purpose of English

Charlie and Emily are discussing what literacy means. What is literacy?

• The ability to think

• The ability to read and write

• The ability to read, write, listen and speak

• the ability to answer a question

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

Samuel and Ella are discussing the primary purpose of literacy. What is it?

• To enhance physical strength

• To improve communication skills

• To increase focus

• To develop artistic abilities (drawing/painting)

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

During a reading session, Rosie and Isla were asked to identify a key component of literacy. Which of the following did they choose?

• Mathematical skills

• Reading comprehension

• Physical education

• Artistic expression (drawing/painting)

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CCSS.RF.4.4A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4A

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RF.5.4C

How does literacy impact an individual's life? For example, how has it affected Muhammad's life?

• It limits career opportunities

• It enhances communication and understanding

• It reduces social interactions

• It decreases cognitive abilities

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Audience

,

(b) Writer

• creates ideas for a story, movie or play

• employs vivid imagery

• crafts compelling characters

• the person that takes people on journey through the emotions

• the person reading the book

• the person that wanted to be entertained

• develops rich settings

• weaves intricate plot twists

• the person watching a movie or play

• engages readers with captivating dialogue

• the person listening to a music concert

• the person attending a live performance

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Evie and Benjamin are discussing human emotions. What are the 6 basic emotions?​

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Why is it important for a writer, like Isabelle or Alexander, to take their audience on a journey through the emotions? (creating characters and storylines that make the reader feel the 6 basic emotions)

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

In a classroom discussion, Anaya mentioned that being able to read, write, speak and listen well helps us to do which of the following things?​ (a)   ​ (b)   ​ (c)   ​ ​ (d)  

• Share information

• learn new things

• eat a balanced diet

• paint a masterpiece

• communicate with others

• participate in the world

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Why is literacy important for Anaya and Jacob in modern society?

• It helps in physical development

• It is essential for effective communication

• It reduces the need for technology

• It limits access to information

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Priya is learning new skills in school. Which of the following skills is directly enhanced by literacy?

• Mathematical problem-solving

• Reading and writing

• Physical coordination

• Artistic creativity

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3