Rocket Boys Ch. 12-14

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Rocket Boys Ch. 12-14 - Quiz


This is a reading comprehension check for Rocket Boys chapter 12-14.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    How does Mike Bykovski react when Sonny questions about Wernher von Braun?

    • A.

      By asking Sonny to leave

    • B.

      Allowing Sonny to admire Dr. von Braun for who he had become

    • C.

      Advising Sonny to give up rocketry for a career in mining

    Correct Answer
    B. Allowing Sonny to admire Dr. von Braun for who he had become
    Explanation
    Mike Bykovski reacts to Sonny's question about Wernher von Braun by allowing Sonny to admire Dr. von Braun for who he had become.

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  • 2. 

    What do Sonny and Quentin seek advice about from Mr. Ferro at the machine shop?

    • A.

      Winning over girls

    • B.

      Rocket feul

    • C.

      The nozzel

    • D.

      Welding

    Correct Answer
    C. The nozzel
    Explanation
    Sonny and Quentin seek advice from Mr. Ferro at the machine shop regarding the nozzle.

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  • 3. 

    What does Mrs. Hickam give Sonny for Christmas?

    • A.

      A letter and autographed photo of Wernher von Braun

    • B.

      A rocketry textbook

    • C.

      A football

    Correct Answer
    A. A letter and autographed photo of Wernher von Braun
    Explanation
    Mrs. Hickam gives Sonny a letter and autographed photo of Wernher von Braun for Christmas. This suggests that Mrs. Hickam knows about Sonny's interest in rocketry and wants to support his passion by giving him a personal message and a photo from a renowned rocket scientist like Wernher von Braun. This gift is thoughtful and shows Mrs. Hickam's understanding and encouragement for Sonny's hobby.

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  • 4. 

    Who gives the rocket boys the "Principles of Guided Missile Design" textbook?

    • A.

      Mr. Hickam

    • B.

      Mr. Bykovski

    • C.

      Ms. Riley

    Correct Answer
    C. Ms. Riley
    Explanation
    Ms. Riley gives the rocket boys the "Principles of Guided Missile Design" textbook.

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  • 5. 

    Who invites Sonny to warm up in her home as he is sledding home in the snowstorm?

    • A.

      Dorothy Plunk

    • B.

      Geneva Eggers

    • C.

      Jake

    Correct Answer
    B. Geneva Eggers
    Explanation
    Geneva Eggers invites Sonny to warm up in her home as he is sledding home in the snowstorm.

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