Gifted Hands: Summer Reading Quiz

What is the main profession of Ben Carson as described in the book?

• Teacher

• Neurosurgeon

• Lawyer

• Engineer

Which character trait best describes Ben Carson's mother?

• Lazy

• Supportive

• Indifferent

• Pessimistic

What is one of the main themes of Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story?

• The importance of wealth

• The power of education and hard work

• The inevitability of failure

• The value of fame

How did Ben Carson's mother influence his education?

• She ignored his schooling

• She encouraged him to watch more TV

• She limited his TV time and made him read books

• She did his homework for him

What was a significant challenge Ben Carson faced in his early education?

• He was always the top student

• He struggled with poor grades

• He had no friends

• He was expelled from school

Which event marked a turning point in Ben Carson's academic life?

• Winning a sports competition

• Moving to a new city

• Receiving a pair of glasses

• Reading books from the library

What message does Ben Carson's story convey about overcoming obstacles?

• Obstacles are impossible to overcome

• Hard work and determination can help overcome obstacles

• Only luck can help overcome obstacles

• Avoiding challenges is the best strategy

How did Ben Carson's classmates initially view him?

• As a genius

• As a troublemaker

• As the class clown

• As the dumbest kid in the class

What character trait helped Ben Carson succeed in his career?

• Laziness

• Perseverance

• Dishonesty

• Arrogance

What role did faith play in Ben Carson's life according to the book?

• It was not mentioned

• It was a minor aspect

• It was a central part of his life

• It was a source of conflict