Cradlesong

According to the speaker in "Science-Fiction Cradlesong," why do humans want to travel to outer space?

• to experience a ride in a rocket

• to paint a picture of the universe

• to gather scientific information

• to be free amongst the stars

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does the speaker in "Science Fiction Cradlesong" conclude about outerspace?

• it is a place of many galaxies

• it is a jail

• it is an evil and scary place

• it is only an idea

To what is outer space compared in "Science-Fiction Cradlesong"?

• A painting

• The moon and the stars

• the earth

• the moon and the spaceship

The word bars has several meanings. Choose the meaning of bars in this excerpt from "Science-Fiction Cradlesong." Base your answer on the context.

Stars and sky, sky and stars

Make us feel the prison bars.

• stripes on a uniform or flag

• Metal rods that form a barrier

• railings used for balance while exercising

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

In "Science-Fiction Cradlesong," what is the speaker's complaint about traveling into outer space in a rocket?

• You are closed off from the stars and sky.

• You cannot see the stars and sky.

• You are separated from your family on Earth.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

According to "Science Fiction Cradlesong," what does the speaker think about space exploration?

• Outer space should be deeply explored because there is so much more to see than just stars and sky

• We cannot truly experience outer space, trying to visit space is not worth the effort.

• While outer space is nice to look at, it is better represented in artwork.

• The beauty of the stars and sky outweigh the risks of space travel

In "Science-Fiction Cradlesong," what is the speaker's complaint about traveling into outer space in a rocket?

• You are closed off from the stars and sky.

• You cannot see the stars and sky.

• You are separated from your family on Earth.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5