Answer to Question #162876 in English for Will

Question #162876

Watch the video: Top 10 Most Challenged Books of 2019

  1. List what connections you made while watching it
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Expert's answer
2021-02-15T14:05:50-0500

· There are common reasons why books are challenged.

· Two main issues that raise concern are LGBTQIA+ content and explicit sexual content.

· Other frequently cited reasons include: conflicting with religious viewpoint, extreme political views, profanity, magic and witchcraft.

· Majority of the books under the top ten category are children’s books and therefore target the kids and young adults’ book market.

· Books are therefore challenged for confronting topics that are considered controversial, sensitive or politically charged.

· Challenges and censorship against literature mostly takes place in learning centers such as schools, university materials and libraries.

· The American Library Association condemns book censorship and promotes exploration as well as free access to information. 


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