Multimodal Texts and Captions
Which of these is an example of a multimodal text?
A. A plain text paragraph
B. A picture with captions and music
C. An audio recording
D. A printed photo
Answer: B. A picture with captions and music
Which waste management practice transforms food and yard waste into nutrient-rich soil?
A. Recycling
B. Composting
C. Landfilling
D. Reusing
Answer: B. Composting
What is the opposite of "complicated"?
Answer: Easy
What is the largest ocean in the world?
Answer: The Pacific Ocean
What does the term "multimodal text" mean?
A. A text that only includes written words
B. A text that includes multiple communication modes
C. A text written in a single language
D. A text that only uses audio elements
Answer: B. A text that includes multiple communication modes (visual, verbal, audio)
Why is plastic waste a major environmental concern?
A. It decomposes quickly in landfills
B. It builds up in nature and harms animals
C. It makes soil less healthy
D. It reduces energy we can use
Answer: B. It builds up in nature and harms animals
What is a synonym for the word "clarify"?
Answer: Explain
What is the most endangered animal at risk of extinction?
A. Whales
B. Bears
C. Rhinos
D. Turkeys
Answer: C. Rhinos
In a multimodal text, which modes are typically used to convey emotions and mood?
A. Written text and soundsAnswer: D. Written text, sound, captions, and images
What is an example of hazardous waste?
Answer: Old electronics, batteries, gasoline, oil, etc.
What is a synonym for the word "contaminates"?
Answer: Pollutes
What is the average amount of time a plastic bag is used before being thrown away?
A. 1 minute - 20 minutes
B. 21 minutes - 120 minutes (2 hours)
C. 121 minutes - 240 minutes (4 hours)
D. More than 4 hours
Answer: A. 1 minute - 20 minutes (12 minutes)
What type of caption provides brief information about who is in an image and what they’re doing?
A. Expanded caption
B. Summary caption
C. Cutline
D. Informational header
Answer: C. Cutline
Why do we separate waste into categories like organic, recyclable, and hazardous?
A. Increase recyclable waste for sale
B. Make waste transportation easier
C. Ensure correct waste disposal and management
D. Encourage more waste production
Answer: C. Ensure correct waste disposal and management
What is a synonym for the word "dispute"?
Answer: Fight
Which country uses the most electricity?
Answer: China
How do captions enhance a video or image in a multimodal text?
Answer: Captions provide context to help claifying the meaning of a video/image.
What picture would work best for a poster about plastic pollution?
A. A chart showing how plastic is recycled
B. A picture of animals hurt by plastic
C. A list of plastic items that can be recycled
D. A diagram showing what plastic is made of
Answer: B. A picture of animals hurt by plastic
What is the opposite of "disposal"?
Answer: To save
What is the most commonly littered item in the world?
Answer: Cigarette butts