HUMANITIES FINAL

What is one of the main reasons Bossenmeyer says children need play?

Practice for life's challenges.

According to Hood, what are some general purposes of horror fiction?

• Explore fears and desires

• Examine assumptions

• Create imaginative world

• Offers escape

• Share human joys/sorrows

• Play with language

• Make us laugh

• Entertain

How does play help children develop social skills?

Through leadership, teamwork, negotiation, and compromise.

What is the connection between play and brain development according to Bossenmeyer?

Play leads to higher IQs and brain development.

What impact does recess have on academic success?

Recess contributes to academic success.

Why is imaginative play more beneficial than play with toys or technology?

Imaginative play promotes creativity and problem-solving skills.

How does active play contribute to fighting obesity?

Active play encourages physical activity, which helps fight obesity.

What emotional benefits does play provide to children?

Play is an antidote to depression, isolation, and fearfulness.

How does play help children manage emotions?

It helps children experiment with and learn to manage emotions like frustration or disappointment, and develop emotional intelligence.

What physical skills does play promote in children?

Play promotes muscle development, coordination, and fine and gross motor skills.

How does play affect a child's self-esteem?

Play helps build self-esteem.

What role does play have in self-expression and creativity?

Play provides opportunities for self-expression and creativity.

How does music affect a child's brain and development?

Music ignites all areas of child development: intellectual, social, emotional, motor, language, and overall literacy.

What skill does music help strengthen in children?

Music helps strengthen memory skills.

How does music influence spatial-temporal skills in children?

Helps children visualize elements that should go together, aiding in solving multistep problems like in math, architecture, engineering, and gaming.

What impact does music have on IQ in children?

Some studies show an increase in IQ, though the increase is minimal.

What skills does learning music teach children?

Music teaches discipline and focus.

How does music help with motor skills and physical development?

It builds motor skills and hand-eye coordination through movement and dance.

How does music promote physical activity in children?

Music encourages physical activity, making it a habit that can help fight obesity later in life.

What effect does quiet, background music have on infants?

Can be soothing for infants, especially at sleep time.

How does music transmit culture?

Allows songs, rhymes, and dances to be passed down from one generation to another.

What social benefits does music have for toddlers and preschoolers?

Allows children to work as a team while contributing to the song in their own way, promoting self-expression.

How does music impact teenagers' social development?

May use music to form friendships and establish independence, maturity, and individuality.

How does music aid in language acquisition for children?

Helps children learn the sounds and meanings of words, and musical training develops the part of the brain responsible for processing language.

How does music affect infants' learning?

Infants recognize the melody of a song before understanding the words and begin to mimic sounds and move to the music as soon as they are physically able.

When was I'm a Little Teapot published?

1939.

What was the purpose of I'm a Little Teapot?

It was created to teach children how to do the Waltz Clog, a popular tap dance.

How does I'm a Little Teapot help express emotions?

It allows us to express states like anger or shouting without actually being angry.

What is the origin of The Farmer in the Dell?

It originated in Germany and was brought to America by immigrants, with Romanian and British versions.

What is the significance of The Farmer in the Dell in terms of cultural and social learning?

It represents the dairy farm family hierarchy and has a specific dance/game that promotes friendship and temporal learning.

When did Pop Goes the Weasel originate?

It originated in 17th century England.

What do the weasel and monkey in Pop Goes the Weasel symbolize?

They may refer to factory workers using industrial looms or a song to help mothers wind wool around a "weasel" gear on a spinning wheel.

What might Pop Goes the Weasel be about in terms of social themes?

It could be about the cycle of poverty in London.

What is the historical context behind Sing a Song of Sixpence?

It dates back to 18th century England and was used as a coded message to inform potential pirate crew members of a pirate ship docked nearby.

Who are the "king" and "queen" in Sing a Song of Sixpence?

The "king" is Blackbeard, and the "queen" is his pirate ship, The Queen Anne.

What event could Sing a Song of Sixpence be referencing?

It may refer to Henry VIII's reign and his extravagant lifestyle, with the queen being Catherine of Aragon and Anne Boleyn as the maid.

When was Baa Baa Black Sheep published?

It was published in 1744.

What historical event is associated with Baa Baa Black Sheep?

It references the wool tax of 1275, where wool was divided among the local lord, the church, and the farmer.

What melody is Baa Baa Black Sheep sung to?

It is sung to the melody of "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" or the "ABC Song."

What is the historical context behind Three Blind Mice?

It was published in 1609 and is probably about Queen Mary I of England (Bloody Mary) who blinded and executed three Protestant bishops.

What historical figure is associated with Three Blind Mice?

It is likely about Queen Mary I (Bloody Mary), who executed Protestants during her reign.

What might Ring Around the Rosie be about?

It may be about the Bubonic plague, with "rosies" referring to infections, "posies" for the smell, "ashes" for cremation, and "we all fall down" referring to death.

What is the main thesis of Robert Hood's article?

Horror can be valuable for kids because it provides a safe space to explore fear.

Why do people, including children, like to feel scared through horror fiction?

It allows them to experience fear in a controlled, safe way and gives them an adrenaline rush without real danger.

What is the oldest and strongest emotion, according to Lovecraft (quoted by Hood)?

Fear - specifically, fear of the unknown.

Why might horror be particularly relatable to children?

Because children often feel powerless and face a mysterious, sometimes frightening world.

How can horror be both unsettling and reassuring?

It reminds us of life's dangers but lets us experience and survive them safely, making our real lives feel more secure afterward.

What benefit do children gain by playing with fear in horror fiction?

They can face and understand their emotions, gaining some power and control over them.

What does Hood say about horror's 'naughty' side?

It allows children to safely test limits, question norms, and indulge rebellious feelings without real consequences.

Why is horror fiction sometimes viewed with suspicion?

Because it indulges dark thoughts, questions norms, and plays with danger.

What role does horror play in society, according to Hood?

It keeps people aware of moral boundaries by imaginatively exploring the dark side.

What is the full title of the play by J.M. Barrie?

Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up

Where and when was Peter Pan first performed?

Duke of York's Theatre, December 27, 1904.

What happens at the beginning of Peter Pan?

Peter visits the Darling children's nursery and convinces Wendy, John, and Michael to fly with him to Neverland.

Who does Peter battle in Neverland?

Captain Hook, the pirate captain.

What happens to Wendy and the boys in Neverland?

They have adventures, meet mermaids, fairies, and fight pirates.

What is the ending of the play, Peter Pan?

Wendy and her brothers return home to London and grow up, while Peter Pan stays in Neverland, unchanged.

Who is Peter Pan?

A magical boy who refuses to grow up and lives in Neverland.

Who is Wendy Darling?

The eldest Darling child, who acts like a mother to the Lost Boys in Neverland.

Who is Tinkerbell?

A tiny fairy who is fiercely loyal to Peter Pan and jealous of Wendy.

Who is Captain Hook?

The villainous pirate captain who wants revenge on Peter Pan.

Who are the Lost Boys?

A group of boys who live in Neverland and are cared for by Peter and later Wendy.

What theme is explored through Peter Pan's refusal to grow up?

Fear of growing up and the desire to stay in the innocence of childhood.

How is nostalgia a theme in Peter Pan?

The story reflects a longing for the magic and freedom of childhood.

What tension exists between imagination and reality in Peter Pan?

Neverland is imaginative and fantastical, while London represents real life and growing up.

What makes theater a unique way to tell Peter Pan?

Live performance adds energy and connection. Audience interaction can influence the show (e.g., clapping to save Tinkerbell). Minimal props encourage imagination, just like the theme of the play.

When was ‘The Watsons Go to Birmingham’ published and who is the author?

1963 by Christopher Paul Curtis.

What happens in The Watsons Go to Birmingham?

The Watson family travels from Flint, Michigan to Birmingham, Alabama, during the Civil Rights Movement. They experience racism firsthand, and the family is deeply affected by the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church.

What is the setting of the book?

Flint, Michigan, and Birmingham, Alabama, in the year 1963.

Who is Kenny Watson?

The narrator of the story, a 10-year-old boy who is smart, sensitive, and observant.

Who is Byron Watson?

Kenny's older brother, who acts tough and causes trouble but matures during the trip.

Who is Joetta (Joey) Watson?

Kenny and Byron's younger sister, known for being sweet and innocent.

Who are the Watson parents?

Momma (Wilona) and Dad (Daniel), who love their children and decide to take Byron to Alabama to straighten him out.

Who is Grandma Sands?

The children's strict grandmother who lives in Birmingham.

What major historical event is included in The Watsons Go to Birmingham?

The 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham on September 15, 1963.

What happened during the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing?

A bomb planted by white supremacists killed four African-American girls and injured others.

Who was blamed for the bombing?

Civil rights activists blamed George Wallace, the Governor of Alabama, for creating a violent atmosphere.

Who planted the bomb?

Robert Chambliss, a member of the Ku Klux Klan, later found guilty in 1977 after a retrial.

What civil rights groups were active in Birmingham at the time?

The Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) and the Congress on Racial Equality (CORE).

What is the Relief Theory of comedy?

Humor provides emotional release from tension or fear.

What is the Superiority Theory of comedy?

We laugh because we feel smarter, stronger, or better than someone else.

What is the Incongruity Theory of comedy?

Humor comes from things that are unexpected, out of place, or don't make sense.

What is one example of relief theory in The Watsons Go to Birmingham?

Byron getting his lips stuck to the car mirror—it's a funny moment that eases the tension of his bad behavior.

What is one example of superiority theory in the book?

When Kenny laughs at Byron for being caught playing with matches—he feels superior because Byron got in trouble.

What is one example of incongruity theory in The Watsons Go to Birmingham?

Kenny imagines dinosaurs in the church ruins—a serious scene becomes strange and surreal, showing how a child copes.

What are the main themes of The Watsons Go to Birmingham?

Family, racism, growing up, innocence, and the impact of violence.

How does the bombing affect Kenny?

He becomes withdrawn and traumatized, struggling to understand the cruelty of racism.

How does the Watsons' trip to Birmingham change the family?

Byron matures, Kenny gains perspective, and the family becomes closer in the face of tragedy.

What do most children's TV show intros have in common?

Upbeat, catchy music; bright visuals; simple, repetitive lyrics; and scenes featuring main characters and key plot moments.

What is the visual focus in children's TV intros?

The main characters, their actions or adventures, facial expressions, and vibrant colors.

How would you describe the music in most children's show intros?

It's usually fast-paced, repetitive, cheerful, and easy to sing along with. The style can change depending on the show's genre (e.g., minor keys and slower rhythms for spooky shows).

Can you tell who the target audience is based on the intro music?

Yes. The tempo, instruments, lyrics, sound effects, and energy level give clues about whether the show is meant for young children, teens, or another group.

How and why does a song appeal to a young audience?

Repetition and simple lyrics make the songs easy to remember and sing along with. This creates routine, emotional comfort, and even helps with memory development.

How can you tell what genre a show belongs to based on its intro?

Comedy intros tend to be fast, fun, and energetic. Horror or suspense shows often use slower tempos, creepy sounds, minor keys, and little to no lyrics.

Who are the main characters in Frankenweenie?

Victor Frankenstein (a young scientist), Sparky (his dog), Mr. and Mrs. Frankenstein (his parents), Mr. Rzykruski (science teacher), classmates like Edgar and Elsa, and Mr. Whiskers (a psychic cat).

What is the basic plot of Frankenweenie?

After his beloved dog Sparky dies in an accident, Victor uses science to bring him back to life—causing chaos when others try to copy his experiment.

What classic horror film is Frankenweenie based on?

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, adapted into a 1931 Universal horror film. Burton's version reimagines the story for children using a boy and his dog.

Would you bring back your pet if it died unnaturally? Is it wrong to suggest this idea to kids?

Answers may vary. Some might say yes out of love, while others might say it's emotionally unhealthy. It opens discussion about accepting loss and ethical limits of science.

Why do you think Hollywood made a child-version of Frankenstein in 2012?

To explore complex emotions like grief and loss in a way that children can understand, while introducing them to horror in a safe, stylized way.

How does Victor's experiment reflect responsibility and consequences of ambition?

Victor's good intentions lead to unintended chaos. The film shows how ambition without caution can have dangerous effects.