Tupac & Blackbeard Quiz

Tupac #1: What is the purpose of this passage?

• A. to inform the reader about a violent criminal

• B. to describe a famous African American artist

• C. to explain the negative aspects of gangsta lifestyles

• D. to inform the reader about Tupac's desire to become famous

Tupac #2: Where did Tupac start to develop his talent?

• A. New York

• B. Maryland

• C. Nevada

• D. California

Tupac #3: Which best describes Tupac's early life?

• A. happy and secure

• B. creative and comforting

• C. criminal and satisfied

• D. troubled and traveled

Tupac #4: According to the passage, which statement is true?

• A. Tupac was a rapper, poet, and actor.

• B. Tupac had conflicts with authorities but was never imprisoned.

• C. Tupac was a member of the Black Panther Party.

• D. Tupac has not had an album released since his death.

Tupac #5: As used in the passage, the word posthumously most nearly means

• A. racially motivated.

• B. successful sales.

• C. after death.

• D. with discrimination.

Blackbeard #1: Which of the following best states the author's purpose?

• A. to inform the reader about the actions of pirates

• B. To describe Queen Anne's War

• C. To explain that Blackbeard was a fierce pirate

• D. To describe how the British colonies viewed piracy

Blackbeard #2: Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?

• A. Teach's Treasure Chest

• B. Private Adventures

• C. Life of a Villain

• D. A Fierce, Notorious Pirate

Blackbeard #3: Why did Blackbeard become a pirate?

• A. He was a fierce, frightening man who realized he could force people to surrender.

• B. He had learned the art of war while serving on a ship for the British government.

• C. He did not want to work on the land.

• D. The British government had exiled him, and he was taken in by pirates.

Blackbeard #4: According to the passage, how did the government deal with piracy?

• A. The government ignored most pirate business.

• B. The government allowed only certain pirates to plunder ships.

• C. The government believed pirates were good for the economy.

• D. The government was strongly opposed to the criminal actions of pirates.

Blackbeard #5: According to the passage, which statement is true?

• A. Blackbeard was a native of North Carolina.

• B. Blackbeard, because he was constantly out at sea, never had a family.

• C. The governor of Virginia defeated Blackbeard in battle.

• D. Blackbeard learned piracy through the government.