The Life of Nikola Tesla

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English
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8th Grade
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Hard
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Janell Pitman
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5 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which summary correctly captures the main idea of the passage?
A. Nikola Tesla worked for Thomas Edison and became famous.
B. Nikola Tesla invented electricity.
C. Nikola Tesla’s AC system transformed electricity transmission.
D. Nikola Tesla's ideas were never recognized.
Answer explanation
C. Nikola Tesla’s AC system transformed electricity transmission. ✅
Rationale: The passage emphasizes Tesla’s contributions to AC power, making C the best choice.
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2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the word "obscurity" mean as it is used in paragraph 3?
A. Fame
B. Wealth
C. Unimportance
D. Brilliance
Answer explanation
C. Unimportance ✅
Rationale: The passage suggests Tesla was not widely recognized at the time of his death.
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SC.ELA.8.AOR.7.1.a
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
At the end of the passage, what does the author mainly want the reader to learn?
A. Tesla’s inventions are still relevant today.
B. AC power is no longer in use.
C. Edison invented the AC system.
D. Wireless energy does not exist.
Answer explanation
A. Tesla’s inventions are still relevant today. ✅
Rationale: The passage concludes by discussing Tesla’s lasting impact.
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4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which statement should be included in a summary of the passage?
A. Tesla worked alone in a small laboratory.
B. Tesla's AC system changed electricity transmission.
C. Tesla never worked with Edison.
D. Tesla was born in the United States.
Answer explanation
B. Tesla's AC system changed electricity transmission. ✅
Rationale: The most important idea is Tesla’s role in electrical transmission.
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SC.ELA.8.AOR.6.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the phrase "wireless energy concepts" in paragraph 2 suggest?
A. Tesla imagined a world without electricity.
B. Tesla believed electricity could travel without wires.
C. Tesla supported direct current.
D. Tesla worked on telephones.
Answer explanation
B. Tesla believed electricity could travel without wires. ✅
Rationale: The passage describes Tesla’s belief in transmitting energy without physical connections.
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SC.ELA.8.AOR.7.1.a
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