The Value of a Sherpa Life - Review

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9th Grade
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Janet Roberson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
What event prompted the author to write this argumentative essay?
the climb of Mount Everest
the life of a mountain climber
how long it takes to transport supplies up a mountain
the deaths of sixteen Sherpa porters.
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CCSS.RI.9-10.6
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
Why would Sherpa porters likely object to scaling back or shutting down the climbing business on Everest?
They would not be able to enjoy the scenery.
They would have to share their supplies with climbers.
They would not be able to earn as good a living.
They would not have a challenge or competition for climbing.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
What is the main claim of the essay?
Not enough attention has been paid to the risks taken by Sherpas, who perform very difficult, dangerous work for little money.
Sherpas earn salaries in trade of supplies.
People don't understand the meaning of Sherpa and what it represents.
Sherpas serve no real purpose and should be forced to leave their land.
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CCSS.RI.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.9-10.8
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
What is the author saying about the value of a Sherpa life?
The value of a Sherpa life is worth more than any other person on Earth..
The value of a Sherpa life is less than the value of a western climber’s life.
The value of a Sherpa life is equivalent to the value of a western climber's life.
The value of a Sherpa life is more than the value of an eastern climber's life.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
What specifically does the author want readers to think or to do?
Sherpas perform dangerous work for relatively low pay, and their deaths aren’t being given the same weight in the media as the Western climbers who hire them.
The work of Sherpas is determined by their need for social status and praise for their accomplishments.
Sherpas perform work that is high paying, and their lives aren't given enough value as compared to other Europeans.
Sherpas are underestimated when it comes to what they are capable of climbing and carrying.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
2 mins • 1 pt
What is memorable about the essay’s conclusion?
The author relates the Sherpa tragedy to September 11th.
The author makes a point to mention the salary of the Sherpas in comparison to others worth.
The author concludes with statements that contradict the essay and what is believed about the Sherpas.
The author includes the number sixteen, which is the number of Sherpa deaths that he mentions in the first paragraph.
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CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What type of essay is "The Value of a Sherpa Life?"
persuasive
informative
explanatory
theme
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CCSS.RI.9-10.6
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