What is the central idea of the "Atlantic Slave Trade"?

Slavery of Africans by was a brutal practice with lasting effects

What is the central idea of "Women in Aviation"?

Female pilots, used bravery and determination to reach their goals

How did the Atlantic slave trade contribute to the history of slavery?

It commercialized the slave trade and made it widespread.

In "Thank you, m'am", why does roger want to thank Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones at the end of the story?

Roger has grown to appreciate the faith that Mrs. Jones has in him.

Which of the following sentences belong in a summary of "Women in Aviation"?

"Bessie Coleman refused to accept the limitations of others"

What was a main consequence of slavery in the "Atlantic Slave Trade".

The foundation for modern-day racism was established.

How is this image different from the details in the text about "The People Could Fly"?

slaves are flying in traditional African American clothing instead of rags

In "Who is Katherine Johnson", which statement best describes the central idea of the text?

She overcame discrimination & became one of the top mathematicians at NASA.

What is the theme of "Dreams"?

Having dreams is an essential part of life.

How does the simile comparing dreams to rotten meat contribute to the negative portrayal dreams deferred?

comparing rotting meat with dreams if you neglect to pursue them.

They had been ripped from their families and forced to march long distances. What is the impact of the word ripped?

to emphasize the emotional impact of slaves being separated.

Based on the story, what can you infer abut why people stopped flying?

The People forgot how to fly because they were unable to maintain health.

Which quote shows us snarled means "wrapped around" in "The People Could Fly"?

"Her legs bled onto the earth."

Which of the following statements supports the idea that AA found their identity using art to express their feelings?

their work in art and music could challenge racism and to better integrate

Which detail supports that people are more likely to practice morality when it is taught in kindness?

“‘You ought to be my son. I would teach you right from wrong.’”

What is the central idea of the "Harlem Renaissance"?

Provided AA a way to create a new identity using art to express themselves

What was the author's main purpose for writing the "Atlantic Slave Trade"?

to describe the history of slavery, specifically the Atlantic slave trade

How do the characters in "The People Could Fly" compare to the historical account of slavery in "Africa to America"?

the authors portray slaves experiencing physical brutality.

In "Who is Katherine Johnson", supports that she overcame discrimination to become a top mathematician at NASA.

“when minorities held few jobs in mathematics, she was a trailblazer.”

Which detail supports the idea that having dreams is an essential part of life?

“For if dreams die / Life is a broken-winged bird”

How does the text structure of "Who was Katherine Johnson" contribute to the meaning of the text?

The chronological - describes the challenges that she faced throughout life

Which of the following sentences describes the central idea of the poem "Dreams"?

Dreams that are delayed could have negative consequences on one's life.

What is the author's purpose of writing "Women in Aviation"?

to inform--aviation had history of unfairness to women and minorities.

Which of the following statements best expresses the theme of "Thank you, M'am"?

We will likely practice morality (good) when it is taught with kindness.

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1
What is the central idea of the "Atlantic Slave Trade"?
Slavery of Africans by was a brutal practice with lasting effects
Europeans were the first to trade and sell other people
Slavery in America was an illegal practice that wasn't allowed to continue
Europeans tricked Africans to come willingly to America
2
What is the central idea of "Women in Aviation"?
Female pilots had to be trained in Europe.
Many people believed that only white men were capable of becoming pilots.
Female pilots, used bravery and determination to reach their goals
Young African American women are not skiled enough to be pilots
3
How did the Atlantic slave trade contribute to the history of slavery?
it limited the slave trade to only European countries.
it hurt the slave trade by losing potential slaves at sea
It made it so only Africans could be legally enslaved
It commercialized the slave trade and made it widespread.
4
In "Thank you, m'am", why does roger want to thank Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones at the end of the story?
Roger realizes that Mrs. Jones is lonely and wants his company.
Roger has grown to appreciate the faith that Mrs. Jones has in him.
Roger likes that she wants to help his family.
Roger was suspicious but she shows him that people can be trustworthy.
5
Which of the following sentences belong in a summary of "Women in Aviation"?
"She attended an Oklahoma college for one semester but ran out of money."
"Though she did not fly, she was a major supporter of her brothers"
"Miss Quimby is the fifth womany in the world killed..."
"Bessie Coleman refused to accept the limitations of others"
6
What was a main consequence of slavery in the "Atlantic Slave Trade".
New diseases were introduced to Africa
African's economy was destabilized
The foundation for modern-day racism was established.
Africans had to find new jobs and homes in America
7
How is this image different from the details in the text about "The People Could Fly"?
the slaves are playing instruments, which is also mentioned in the story.
slaves are flying in traditional African American clothing instead of rags
slaves turned into crows and this shows them getting their own wings
the slaves were content with their slavery.
8
In "Who is Katherine Johnson", which statement best describes the central idea of the text?
She overcame discrimination & became one of the top mathematicians at NASA.
She wanted to work for NASA, but being a woman prevented her from doing so.
Working at NASA, she faced less discrimination.
She was responsible for designing the first space probe sent to the Moon.
9
What is the theme of "Dreams"?
It can feel impossible to accomplish your dreams.
It’s important to aim high with your dreams.
Having dreams is an essential part of life.
Dreams are difficult to keep alive.
10
How does the simile comparing dreams to rotten meat contribute to the negative portrayal dreams deferred?
By giving the reader a negative image about food.
By suggesting that dreams have an expiration date--much likefood.
comparing rotting meat with dreams if you neglect to pursue them.
decaying food is directly related to the concept of pausing one’s dreams.
11
They had been ripped from their families and forced to march long distances. What is the impact of the word ripped?
to emphasize the emotional impact of slaves being separated.
to describe the physical pain of marching long distances in chains
to explain the process used by slave traders to separate families
to explain how slaves were treated before they were taken to America
12
Based on the story, what can you infer abut why people stopped flying?
The slaves were so mistreated on the plantation they shed their wings.
The wings were chained, so they couldn't escape.
The People forgot how to fly because they were unable to maintain health.
They no longer needed their wings to travel.
13
Which quote shows us snarled means "wrapped around" in "The People Could Fly"?
"The Young woman lifted one food on the air."
"Her legs bled onto the earth."
"Sarah was so sad and starving', she sat down in the row."
"Toby was there where there was no one to help her and the babe."
14
Which of the following statements supports the idea that AA found their identity using art to express their feelings?
A common stereotype was that they were primitive, wild people
their work in art and music could challenge racism and to better integrate
AA readers found its message of defiance inspiring
they could find better jobs working in city factories instead of farms
15
Which detail supports that people are more likely to practice morality when it is taught in kindness?
“‘There’s nobody home at my house,’ said the boy.”
“‘I believe you’re hungry — to try to snatch my pocketbook.’”
“‘You ought to be my son. I would teach you right from wrong.’”
“She said, ‘I were young once and I wanted things I could not get.’”
16
What is the central idea of the "Harlem Renaissance"?
Reminded white citizens that AAs continued to suffer unjust treatment.
encouraged African Americans to leave the South to pursue work in Harlem
Provided AA a way to create a new identity using art to express themselves
Changed white citizens’ perceptions of AA as primarily laborers.
17
What was the author's main purpose for writing the "Atlantic Slave Trade"?
to describe the history of slavery before the discovery of America
to compare America's history of slavery with modern day slavery
to explain how slavery was eventually ended in America
to describe the history of slavery, specifically the Atlantic slave trade
18
How do the characters in "The People Could Fly" compare to the historical account of slavery in "Africa to America"?
the authors portray slaves experiencing physical brutality.
the authors focus on the enslavement process, including ships.
in both, the authors focus on why Africans were sold into slavery
The authors demonstrate that slavery was experienced by all races
19
In "Who is Katherine Johnson", supports that she overcame discrimination to become a top mathematician at NASA.
“Johnson can vividly remember watching her older siblings go to school”
“As Johnson worked on math problems, she would ask questions.”
“She encourages students to learn more about mathematics.”
“when minorities held few jobs in mathematics, she was a trailblazer.”
20
Which detail supports the idea that having dreams is an essential part of life?
“For if dreams die / Life is a broken-winged bird”
“Frozen with snow”
. “Hold fast to dreams / For when dreams go”
"Hold fast to dreams"
21
How does the text structure of "Who was Katherine Johnson" contribute to the meaning of the text?
Problem-solution structure -- describes each problem Johnson faced
The chronological - describes the challenges that she faced throughout life
The cause/effect -- explains how she achieved each of her accomplishments
Description -- explains each step she took to make a life with her family.
22
What is the meaning of the word "snarled" in "The People Could Fly"?
wrapped around
decorate with raised shapes.
spoke in an angry voice
growl aggressively
23
Which of the following sentences describes the central idea of the poem "Dreams"?
Some dreams need more time to develop and grow
Dreams that are delayed could have negative consequences on one's life.
Every dream that is delayed results in the same outcome.
It's difficult for people to keep their dreams alive.
24
What is the author's purpose of writing "Women in Aviation"?
to describe the impact of women in aviation on the history of aviation
to entertain the reader with stories of the daring exploits.
to inform--aviation had history of unfairness to women and minorities.
to persuade the reader to support therole of women in aviation.
25
Which of the following statements best expresses the theme of "Thank you, M'am"?
It’s best not to assume the worst in people
adults have encountered the same challenges they have.
It can be difficult for children to learn right from wrong
We will likely practice morality (good) when it is taught with kindness.

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