Blind Ambition by Matthew Cooper

Why is “Blind Ambition” a good title for this passage?

• The author proves that people can do more when they work together.

• The author doesn’t let his blindness stop him from trying new things.

• The author dreams of competing against a pro golfer.

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Which is the best summary of the passage?

• The author has a funny guide dog that is also his best friend. The dog snores in class and makes children laugh.

• The author is blind and has a guide dog that helps him get from place to place. The boy can do a lot with help from his dog and others.

• People who are blind can use different tools to help them. Dogs, Braille, buzzers, and help from other people can all make life easier for someone who cannot see.

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What does the way the author deals with problems show about the author?

• He gives up very easily.

• He likes to make people laugh.

• He is good at coming up with ways to do things.

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CCSS.RL.4.1

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How does the way the passage is written help readers understand what a guide dog does?

• The passage tells amusing stories about guide dogs, so the reader gets to see that guide dogs can be fun.

• The passage is told by someone who has a guide dog, so the reader gets to know that person’s experience.

• The passage shares events over many years, so the reader can see how the friendship with a guide dog forms.

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CCSS.RL.4.1

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The author says that he may never compete against a pro golfer. What does the word compete mean?

• support

• escape

• play

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