America Needs Its Nerds

America Needs Its Nerds

11th Grade

14 Qs

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America Needs Its Nerds

America Needs Its Nerds

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English

11th Grade

Easy

CCSS
RI.11-12.6, RL.8.3, RI.11-12.2

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14 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Fridman’s primary purpose in this passage?

To entertain readers with humorous anecdotes

To argue against America’s anti-intellectual culture

To provide historical context on academic values

To praise the athletic achievements of American students

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Fridman establish a critical tone toward American society’s values?

By admiring American sports culture

By expressing concern about academic pressure

By highlighting society's preference for physical prowess over intellect

By praising American intellectual achievements

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the effect of Fridman’s comparison between “nerds” and athletes?

It suggests that athletes are academically focused

It emphasizes societal preference for physical over intellectual abilities

It implies that nerds are more popular than athletes

It suggests a balance between academics and athletics

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Fridman uses words like “ostracized,” “persecutors,” and “haunt.” How do these words enhance his argument?

They create a neutral tone

They underscore the severity of societal rejection faced by intellectuals

They add humor to the passage

They praise societal attitudes toward academics

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CCSS.L.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Fridman use logos to strengthen his argument?

By providing statistics on educational funding

By discussing definitions and comparing American society to other countries

By sharing his personal academic struggles

By describing specific nerd achievements in sports

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes Fridman’s use of examples from elementary to university levels?

To show that anti-intellectualism starts early and persists into adulthood

To argue that students become more intellectual over time

To compare the educational systems of various countries

To highlight the athletic focus in higher education

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of Fridman’s reference to Webster’s New World Dictionary?

It shows how “geek” has multiple meanings

It provides a historical perspective on American language

It highlights how the term “geek” is negatively associated with academics

It praises the evolution of academic terminology

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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