What can the reader conclude about Henson's experience on the Katie Hines with Captain Childs?

Capt. Childs was kind, sympathetic, and valued education.

From info in selection, what can the reader conclude about the author's attitude toward Henson?

He felt Henson was courageous for determination/persistence.

What happened to Marvin on their expedition?

He fell through thin ice and drowned.

Why were Henson's contributions to the expedition not recognized at first?

Because he was a black, African-American

An athlete is ardent about sports. This means...

the athlete is devoted to sports

Which of the following best describes the overall organization of the text?

Author describes Henson's life from beginning to end.

After Captain Childs fell ill and died at sea, Matthew ________________________

left the ship at Baltimore and left for Newfoundland

A bronze tablet was placed in the Maryland state house because ___________________________.

Henson's home state wanted a lasting tribute for his efforts

The author's main purpose in writing this selection was to _______________________________.

describe the life experiences of Matthew Henson.

Feasibility refers to

the possibility of something happening

What inspired Matthew Henson to become an explorer?

None of these answers are correct.

When Matthew went back to D.C., he found that _________________________________

America was worse and opportunities for Blacks were scarce

An autobiography is ______________________________.

written from the first person point of view.

The reader can conclude that the death of Henson's parents led him to ______________________

become independent at a young age

"Matthew Henson went to the Pole with Peary because he was a better man than any one of us."

We infer that Macmillan knew how valuable Henson was.

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TEST REVIEW: "Matthew Henson at the Top of the World" by Jim Haskins

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This test review covers the literary nonfiction selection of "Matthew Henson at the Top of the World". ** 30 multiple choice questions

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1
Manifestation is similar to
evidence
lies
visions
homework
2
How many years after the expedition did it take for Henson to be recognized as a member?
Nearly 10
Nearly 50
Nearly 30
Nearly 20
3
What can the reader conclude about Henson's experience on the Katie Hines with Captain Childs?
Capt. Childs was kind, sympathetic, and valued education.
Capt. Childs thought manual labor would make a man out of MH
Capt. Childs was prejudice & did not want blacks aboard ship
Capt. Childs only took Henson in as a favor to his friend.
4
From info in selection, what can the reader conclude about the author's attitude toward Henson?
He felt Henson wouldn't be successful without Peary's help.
He felt Henson was courageous for determination/persistence.
He felt Henson made poor choices in his life.
He felt Henson could have done more with his life.
5
Choose the best synonym for prestige
recognition
appointment
hope
meeting
6
What made Henson valuable to the expedition in the Arctic?
He was good with the dogs and equipment.
All are correct.
He was good with the Eskimos.
He could hunt.
7
Where did the expedition successfully plant their flag?
Alaska
Antarctica
The South Pole
The North Pole
8
What happened to Marvin on their expedition?
He fell through thin ice and drowned.
He was too cold and quit.
He tried to fight Henson because he was jealous.
He died from frostbite.
9
Why were Henson's contributions to the expedition not recognized at first?
Because he joined the latest
Because he was a black, African-American
Because Dr. Cook lied about him
Because he was not really a member
10
An athlete is ardent about sports. This means...
the athlete is unsure about sports
the athlete takes no interest in sports
the athlete is devoted to sports
the athlete is hesitant about sports
11
What is the A.R. goal this track?
10 points
5 points
20 points
0 points
12
Which of the following best describes the overall organization of the text?
Author explains events that led to Post Civil War rebuilding
Author compares & contrasts Henson to other great explorers.
Author relates an opinion and gives details to support it.
Author describes Henson's life from beginning to end.
13
The writer tells a complete story of someone else's life = ________________________
caption
biography
self-portrait
autobiography
14
If someone is able to act effectively in difficult situations, this person has
feasibility
ardent
resourcefulness
manifestation
15
After Captain Childs fell ill and died at sea, Matthew ________________________
left the ship at Baltimore and left for Newfoundland
bought his own boat
went back to washing dishes
became the new captain
16
A bronze tablet was placed in the Maryland state house because ___________________________.
Henson was awarded gold medal by the National Geo. Society
Henson's home state wanted a lasting tribute for his efforts
Credit for discovering the N. Pole was falsely given to Cook
Henson was a member of the Explorer's Club.
17
"Matthew Henson at the Top of the World" by Jim Haskins is an example of what type of genre?
Historical fiction
Autobiography
Biography
Informative article
18
The author's main purpose in writing this selection was to _______________________________.
explain why Peary was declared first to reach the North Pole
describe the deprivation sailors faced at sea.
describe the life experiences of Matthew Henson.
explain how Post Civil War reconstruction failed.
19
Feasibility refers to
the evidence that supports a claim
a journey
the fame and recognition someone can receive
the possibility of something happening
20
Which of the following events was NOT a turning point in Henson's life?
He established a good relationship with the Eskimos.
He received a bronze tablet.
He signed on as Peary's servant.
He went to live with his uncle.
21
What inspired Matthew Henson to become an explorer?
None of these answers are correct.
All of the people he could meet
All of the money he could make
He wanted to get away from his brothers and sisters.
22
What was the sole goal of the 1908 expedition?
To hunt rare animals
To find the North Pole
To find Henson, who was lost
To get back to D.C.
23
When Matthew went back to D.C., he found that _________________________________
his girlfriend was pregnant with their child
America was worse and opportunities for Blacks were scarce
that all of his family was waiting for him
America was much better after the Civil War.
24
An autobiography is ______________________________.
written only about a person's early years of life.
written from the third person point of view.
written from the second point of view.
written from the first person point of view.
25
The reader can conclude that the death of Henson's parents led him to ______________________
become independent at a young age
a long life of adventure
withdraw from other people
take many unnecessary risks
26
"Matthew Henson went to the Pole with Peary because he was a better man than any one of us."
We infer that Macmillan knew how valuable Henson was.
Macmillan believed Henson was a thorn in everyone's side.
We infer that Henson was a bright boy and a hard worker.
We infer that Peary wanted an African American man included.
27
Why did Henson's father move their family to Washington D.C.?
Because of the Ku Klux Klan
Neither answer is correct
Both answers
Because he could not provide for the family on their crops

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