The Radium Girls Multiple Choice Assessment

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
In Scene 1, what does the phrase “painting with sunshine” symbolize when Margaret says, “We’re painting with sunshine, girls!”?
The workers believe they are spreading happiness through their job.
It reflects the workers’ understanding that radium is healing and nutritious.
It shows the irony of the situation, as something beautiful is actually harmful.
It shows that the girls understand they are risking their lives for patriotism.
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2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
Based on both texts, what is the MOST accurate statement about the United States Radium Corporation’s actions?
They were unaware of the dangers of radium exposure
They deliberately misled workers about safety risks
They provided proper safety equipment to all workers
They immediately compensated workers who became ill
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
Read this excerpt from the Reader’s Theater Script: "Grace Fryer: (dipping her brush) Lip, dip, paint… (hesitates) But isn’t the paint dangerous? It glows in the dark. That can’t be good for us." What can you infer about Grace from this statement?
A) She is afraid of the dark
B) She dislikes her job at the factory
C) She has suspicions about workplace safety
D) She is trying to get other workers to quit
4.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
Which TWO central ideas are developed throughout both texts about the Radium Girls’ experience?
Corporate negligence led to worker suffering
The discovery of radium was a scientific breakthrough
The women’s fight for justice led to lasting safety reforms
Luminous watches were essential military equipment
Radium was widely used in beauty products
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
Read this excerpt from the informational text: "The Radium Girls tragedy serves as a sobering reminder of the potential dangers within industrial workplaces and the importance of protecting workers' rights."
What is the author’s purpose in using the word “sobering” in this context?
To suggest the women were intoxicated at work
To emphasize the serious and cautionary nature of the event
To create a sad tone throughout the article
To contrast with the “glowing” properties of radium
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
How did the “lip-pointing” technique impact the Radium Girls’ health?
It caused their lips to glow in the dark
It resulted in respiratory problems
It led to the ingestion of radioactive material
It caused their hands to develop calluses
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 5 pts
Which statement BEST summarizes how the court case affected workplace safety?
It immediately shut down all watch dial factories in America
It raised awareness and led to stricter safety regulations
It resulted in massive financial compensation for all workers
It led to the arrest of company executives
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