Fidel Castro & Cuba Comprehension Check

What is the main idea of the section titled, “An Interest in Politics”?

• It shows how Fidel’s childhood shaped his career path.
• It shows how Fidel’s college studies fueled his passion for politics.
• It shows how easy it was for Castro to obtain his law degree.
• It shows where and when Castro was born.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What caused Fidel and his brother Raul to be sent to prison?

• They participated in violent demonstrations.
• They spoke out against the government.
• They fled the country and went to Mexico without permission.
• They organized a rebel force and tried to take the government down.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the image and caption of Che Guevara help readers understand the meaning of guerrilla?

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

What caused Castro to lift restrictions on immigration to the United States? Select all that apply.

• People were living in extremely poor conditions.
• Many citizens believed Castro’s government was dangerous.
• The United States repaired the relationship with Castro.
• Castro’s own daughter sought asylum in the United States and she spoke out against her father there.

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

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CCSS.RI.8.3

Summarize the main idea of this passage.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2