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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Liberating the Curriculum.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Ayers stay alive as a teacher?
(a) Ayers closed his mind to others.
(b) Ayers knew it all.
(c) Ayers did not let things bother him.
(d) Ayers stayed open to mystery.

2. Who argued that good teachers incorporated all kinds of instructional strategies and are vigilant for "what works"?
(a) Lisa Delpit.
(b) John Holt.
(c) June Jordan.
(d) Gilbert Ryle.

3. What type of school grew out of the civil rights struggle?
(a) Freedom Schools.
(b) Peace Schools.
(c) Black Power Schools.
(d) SNCC Schools.

4. What became a helpful guide to teaching for Ayers and other teachers?
(a) The teacher allowed the student to pursue their goals.
(b) Motivational speakers visited and taught.
(c) The teacher taught straight from the book.
(d) Videos of best practice.

5. How many computers did Ayers have in the corner next to the working loom for weaving?
(a) Two.
(b) Three.
(c) Four.
(d) Five.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a sophisticated and complex cognitive process as suggested in Chapter 5, "Liberating the Curriculum"?

2. According to Ayers, it is important for all teachers to be what?

3. What does Ayers say is required to teach from a solid base of knowing students?

4. Who was the teaching assistant that pitched baseballs to a student everyday?

5. In Chapter 5, "Liberating the Curriculum," which college was referenced in a conversation Zelma participated in?

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