As Fast As Words Could Fly

Who is the author of 'As Fast As Words Could Fly'?

• Eric Velasquez

• Pamela M. Tuck

• Dulé Hill

• Mason Steele

What did Mason's father bring home that surprised Mason?

• A puppy

• A bicycle

• A typewriter

• A new book

What was Mason's job in the school library?

• Typing index cards

• Reading to younger students

• Cleaning

• Shelving books

Why was Mason fired from his job?

• He was late too often.

• He didn't type fast enough.

• Mrs. Turner's husband didn't want her staying after school with Mason.

• He made too many mistakes.

What did Mason use to practice his typing?

• A computer

• A manual typewriter

• An electric typewriter

• A notebook

Who was Golden Frinks?

• A librarian

• A teacher at Mason's school

• A field secretary for the SCLC

• The principal of Belvoir High

What did Mason achieve in the typing tournament?

• He came in second place.

• He broke the previous speed record.

• He decided not to participate.

• He was disqualified.

Why did Mason choose a manual typewriter for the tournament?

• It reminded him of where he came from.

• It was faster than the electric typewriters.

• He was more familiar with it.

• It was the only one available.

What was the reaction of the audience when Mason won the tournament?

• They were silent and did not applaud.

• They left the auditorium.

• They cheered loudly.

• They gave him a standing ovation.

What did Mason's father say someone had to do?

• Make a change

• Write a letter to the president

• Learn to type faster

• Win a typing tournament