from Life on the Mississippi

Front

What city is mentioned in 'Life on the Mississippi'?

Back

St. Louis

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What was the reason the boy wanted to be a cabin boy?

Back

So he could use the white apron.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What did the boy aspire to become before returning home?

Back

A steamboat pilot.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What was the highest position on the ship?

Back

Pilot.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What was the boy's dream as a young child?

Back

To be a Steamboatman.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is a steamboat pilot responsible for?

Back

Navigating and operating the steamboat.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What does the term 'cabin boy' refer to?

Back

A young boy who assists on a ship, often performing menial tasks.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Front

What is the significance of the white apron in the context of the story?

Back

It symbolizes the role and status of a cabin boy.

Front

How does the aspiration to be a steamboat pilot reflect the culture of the time?

Back

It highlights the importance of river trade and navigation in American society.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What skills are essential for a steamboat pilot?

Back

Knowledge of navigation, river currents, and weather conditions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2