The Fire Breather vs. Could You Be The Next Garrett Morgan

Which option best captures the central idea of the passage?

• The life and inventions of Garret Morgan.

• The struggles of African Americans in the early 1900's.

• The Importance of education for inventors

• The impact of fires on American cities in the early 20th century.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

Which option best captures the central idea of the passage?​

• the life and inventions of Garrett Morgan.

• The struggles of African American in the early 1900's.

• The importance of education for inventors.

• The impact of fires on American cities in the early 20th century.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

What does the passage primarily discuss?

• The limitations faced by African Americans in history.

• The dangers of working in factories in the early 1900s.

• The evolution of firefighting equipment.

• The contributions of various inventors in America.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Which statement summarizes the main idea of the text?

• Garrett Morgan's inventions revolutionized firefighting and road safety

• Discrimination against African Americans hindered their educational opportunities.

• Firefighters struggled to save lives in hazardous conditions.

• The creation of the safety hood marked a turning point in history.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What is the central message conveyed in the passage?

• Hard work and determination lead to success despite challenges.

• Inventions during the early 1900s improved living conditions.

• Discrimination against African Americans affected their access to education.

• Firefighters faced numerous obstacles while performing their duties.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2