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Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the text?
Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the text?
- LGBTQ+ characters always have family problems with coming out.
- Minority ethnic characters are always in trouble at school or carrying out crimes. (correct)
- Girls are always depicted as helpless and not very clever.
- Boys are always the character who solves the problem.
According to the text, what does inclusivity mean in stories?
According to the text, what does inclusivity mean in stories?
- Focusing on differences and the issues people face.
- Including characters from diverse backgrounds as an add-on.
- Ensuring that characters fit into the story and are not simply an add-on. (correct)
- Showing a range of family situations and diverse characters.
What is the importance of book covers according to the text?
What is the importance of book covers according to the text?
- All stock can be divided into male/female lists by their covers.
- Book covers should show a range of family situations and diverse characters. (correct)
- Book covers should be divided into male/female lists.
- Sparkly pink covers attract female readers.
Which mental health condition is the most common type of mental illness?
Which mental health condition is the most common type of mental illness?
What percentage of the population in England and Wales is under 18 years of age?
What percentage of the population in England and Wales is under 18 years of age?
What percentage of children's books published in 2019 featured ethnic minority characters?
What percentage of children's books published in 2019 featured ethnic minority characters?
What is sexual orientation defined as?
What is sexual orientation defined as?
According to the text, which of the following is considered a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010?
According to the text, which of the following is considered a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010?
According to the text, what is the basis for UNICEF's work?
According to the text, what is the basis for UNICEF's work?
According to the text, what is the term 'child' defined as in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child?
According to the text, what is the term 'child' defined as in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child?
According to the text, what are the two types of discrimination mentioned in relation to school libraries?
According to the text, what are the two types of discrimination mentioned in relation to school libraries?
Which of the following best describes the concept of diversity in a school library?
Which of the following best describes the concept of diversity in a school library?
Which of the following is true about equality and equity in a school library?
Which of the following is true about equality and equity in a school library?
What does it mean for a school library to be inclusive?
What does it mean for a school library to be inclusive?
According to the text, why is it important to have a diverse and inclusive library collection?
According to the text, why is it important to have a diverse and inclusive library collection?
According to the text, why is it important for students to see themselves represented within their community?
According to the text, why is it important for students to see themselves represented within their community?
According to the text, why is it important for students to read about other cultures and become familiar with characters that look and behave differently?
According to the text, why is it important for students to read about other cultures and become familiar with characters that look and behave differently?
According to the text, what impact can a narrow library collection have on students who are socially isolated from the wider world?
According to the text, what impact can a narrow library collection have on students who are socially isolated from the wider world?
Which of the following is NOT a key component of the statutory guidance for safeguarding?
Which of the following is NOT a key component of the statutory guidance for safeguarding?
Why is it necessary to identify and analyze the demographic characteristics of the school population before determining whether a library collection meets their diverse needs?
Why is it necessary to identify and analyze the demographic characteristics of the school population before determining whether a library collection meets their diverse needs?
Which of the following is NOT considered a visible disability?
Which of the following is NOT considered a visible disability?
Why is it important for the librarian to work closely with the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo) and pastoral team?
Why is it important for the librarian to work closely with the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo) and pastoral team?
Which of the following is NOT a consideration when purchasing new stock for a diverse and inclusive library collection?
Which of the following is NOT a consideration when purchasing new stock for a diverse and inclusive library collection?
Which of the following is NOT a way to ensure a library collection meets the needs of the community?
Which of the following is NOT a way to ensure a library collection meets the needs of the community?
Which of the following is NOT important when creating a diverse collection in a school library?
Which of the following is NOT important when creating a diverse collection in a school library?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a diverse and inclusive library collection?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a diverse and inclusive library collection?
