October Sky Quiz

What question did Sonney ask that surprised himself?

• Why do I want to go to school?

• Why doesn't dad like me?

• Why don't I run for class president?

• Why does everyone have to be a miner?

The main character's parents will often spend time...

• cooking together.

• going on long walks in the park.

• arguing and bickering.

• drinking themselves into a stupor.

Which country was the first to put a satellite into orbit?

• America

• Brittan

• China

• Russia

Who was the famous scientist that pioneered rocket development?

• Albert Einsteain

• Werner von Braun

• Hershell Heineken

• Charles Darwin

What seems to be the best ticket to getting out of town and into college?

• Good grades.

• A rich family.

• Success in the mines.

• Football.

What does Sonney find most attractive about the girl he crushes on?

• Hair and Eyes

• Smile and Laugh

• Wit and Grace

• Wrath & Vengence

What word best describes the men of Coalwood?

• Kind

• Careful

• Poor

• Tough

By giving us background about his town and family, the reader learns that Sonney...

• Doesn't fit in with the regular crowd.

• Want's to pursue his own interests.

• Is naturally curious about science.

• All answers are correct.

Where did the miners like to hang out when they were off work?

• Wal-Mart

• The Big Store

• The Football Field

• The Foreman's House

What color is the "mine phone"?

• Red

• Black

• Brown

• White