Cycle 2 Part 1: Information Literacy Skills

Which factor is most likely influencing Jasmine's ability to think critically in her situation?

• The confirmation bias, where she only focuses on evidence that supports her existing belief.

• The complexity of the study methods she is reading about.

• The availability heuristic, where she recalls only the most recent information.

• Her desire to be the group leader.

Answer explanation

The confirmation bias is likely influencing Jasmine's critical thinking as it leads her to focus only on evidence that supports her existing beliefs, hindering her ability to consider alternative perspectives.

Alex is using (a)   when he suggests multiple creative and unconventional ideas.

• Convergent thinking, because he is

• Divergent thinking, because he is g

• Convergent thinking, because he is

• Divergent thinking, because he is f

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Divergent thinking, because he is generating multiple creative and unconventional ideas.' Divergent thinking involves exploring many possible solutions, unlike convergent thinking, which focuses on finding a single correct answer.

Imagine you're in a brainstorming session with Alex and Sophia. What evidence supports your choice for Part A regarding Alex's creative thinking?

• Alex is eliminating ideas and choosing the most logical option.

• Alex is suggesting multiple ideas, but focusing on refining the most practical one.

• Alex is generating a variety of ideas that go beyond traditional solutions.

• Alex is considering only the most recent information.

Answer explanation

Alex's approach of generating a variety of ideas indicates creativity and innovation, moving beyond traditional solutions. This aligns with the correct choice, as it shows a willingness to explore unconventional options.

What is the main claim in the social media post Emily reads?

• A new law will increase carbon emissions.

• A new law will drastically reduce carbon emissions.

• A new law will have no effect on carbon emissions.

• A new law will slightly reduce carbon emissions.

Answer explanation

The main claim in the social media post Emily reads is that a new law will drastically reduce carbon emissions, indicating a strong positive impact on the environment.

What is Emily unsure about regarding the social media post?

• The popularity of the post.

• The accuracy of the post.

• The length of the post.

• The author of the post.

Answer explanation

Emily is unsure about the accuracy of the post, indicating she questions whether the information presented is correct or reliable, which is crucial for assessing the post's credibility.

How might Lisa and Alex's differing perspectives on their trip to the Pacific Northwest be influenced?

• Lisa’s preference for physical activity and Alex’s interest in capturing moments through photography shape their ideas of fun.

• Both Lisa and Alex will have the same ideas of excitement since they are traveling together.

• Lisa’s perspective will change once Alex explains his love for photography.

• Alex’s photography skills will be more important for the trip than Lisa’s mountain biking.

Answer explanation

Lisa's love for physical activity and Alex's passion for photography highlight their different views on enjoyment, influencing how they perceive their trip to the Pacific Northwest.

Imagine you're in a world where Hannah, Abigail, and Zoe are exploring the wonders of remote work. How might the context in which their article was written influence their thoughts on this modern work style?

• Hannah might have been influenced by the popularity of remote work before the pandemic.

• The context of the COVID-19 pandemic might have highlighted the necessity and benefits of remote work.

• Abigail might have ignored the challenges of remote work due to personal bias.

• The article might have been written to promote a specific company's remote work policy.

Answer explanation

The context of the COVID-19 pandemic likely emphasized the importance and advantages of remote work, shaping the author's perspective to view it as a necessary adaptation rather than just a trend.

Imagine Sarah is invited to a unique dinner experience where everyone enjoys their meal in complete silence. How might this intriguing cultural context influence her thoughts on meal traditions?

• She may reject the practice because it is different from what she is used to in her own culture.

• She may become convinced that silent meals are superior to social meals in all situations.

• She may feel obligated to adopt the new practice completely, disregarding her own cultural values.

• She may begin to see the value in both quiet meals and social meals, appreciating the differences.

Answer explanation

Sarah may begin to see the value in both quiet meals and social meals, appreciating the differences. This perspective allows her to embrace diverse meal traditions rather than rejecting or fully adopting one over the other.