Quiz: "Ship of Fools" Comprehension and Critical Thinking
Authored by Shelby Rodriguez
English
7th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Abby Sunderland's primary goal in her sailing journey?
To explore marine ecosystems
To become the youngest person to sail around the world nonstop and unassisted
To raise money for ocean conservation
To break a world record in navigation
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The author's main criticism of Abby's journey is primarily about:
Her lack of sailing skills
The cost of the international rescue mission
The unnecessary risk and parental responsibility
The media attention she received
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which phrase best describes the author's perspective on Abby's adventure?
Admiration for her courage
Complete support of her dream
Concern about parental oversight
Indifference to her journey
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The author suggests that parents should:
Always support their children's dreams unconditionally
Help children distinguish between dreams and dangerous fantasies
Prevent children from taking any risks
Encourage children to seek media attention
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What underlying critique does the author make about modern media and achievement?
Children should never attempt challenging goals
Media turns risky stunts into opportunities for fame
Sailing is an inappropriate activity for teenagers
International rescue missions are unnecessary
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The reference to Jessica Dubroff suggests that:
All child adventurers are successful
Some parental ambitions can endanger children
Children are naturally more skilled than adults
Media coverage always helps young adventurers
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the author view Abby's potential book and reality show?
As genuine educational opportunities
As a calculated publicity scheme
As irrelevant to her sailing experience
As a potential career breakthrough
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
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