You have a very funny definition of "basic literacy". This is (an example of) the definition most of the English-speaking world uses: https://americanenglishdoctor.com/l-2-basic-literacy/

> Know how to find information in the old technology called “books"

> Can think critically about statements made in such different contexts as advertising, entertainment, news reporting, and books written in an earlier century.

So, before indulging this any further, do you mind citing your source for the definition of "basic literacy" that includes the claim "never expect anything to be sources of truth"?