The Other Wes Moore Chapter 7-9 & Epilogue

“We will do what others expect us,” Wes said. “If they expect us to graduate, we will graduate. If they expect us to get a job, we will get a job.  If they expect us to go to jail, then that’s where we will end up too. At some point you lose control.”

What does the passage above reveal about the Other Wes? 

• He is hopeful about getting out of prison.
• He believes that individuals can defy the odds.
• He thinks that individuals in power can control others’ outcomes.
• He believes a person’s environment dictates their life’s experiences.

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I sympathized with him, but I recoiled from his ability to shed responsibility seamlessly and drape it at the feet of others. “True, but it’s easy to lose control when you were never looking for it in the first place.” 
 What does the above passage reveal about the author’s perspective? 

• He believes that individuals should not blame others for their issues.
• He believes that it is more important to show sympathy for people when they face difficult times.
• He believes it is important to maintain control in a situation.
• He believes that it is necessary to have support to get through tough situations.

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What was the name of the military school Wes attends? 

• Riverside Military Academy 
• Wentworth Military Academy 
• Valley Forge Military Academy 
• Howe Military Academy 

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What book did the author Wes finish in just two days? 

• Catcher in the Rye 
• Fab Five 
• The Great Gatsby 
• Catch-22 

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Wes says he had learned later how much of a sacrifice was made for him to be able to attend Valley Forge Military School.  Which statement best describes the sacrifice made?

• HIs mother took out a home equity loan?
• His grand parents gave money from the equity of their home.
• His mother prayed twice a day for him instead of working overtime.
• HIs mother cancelled her subscription to cable to have money for his tuition.

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What tattoo does Wes Moore (Other) get on his arm that indicates his belief in God?

• red devil with a forked tail

• a black devil's head with sinister eyes

• Zeus's lightening bolt through a heart

• Roman numerals for 666

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What government program does Wes (Other) attend in hopes of bettering his life?

• Peace Corps

• Jobs USA

• Job Corps

• Peace Opportunity Ltd.

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What type of student was Wes (Other) in the government program to better his life?

• slacker

• skipper

• suck up

• superstar

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What crime is Wes (Other) convicted of?

• first degree felony murder

• manslaughter

• bankrobbery

• assault with a deadly weapon

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What university does Wes Moore (Author) attend for his undergraduate degree?

• Harvard

• John Hopkins

• Cornell

• Berkley

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