Mother Earth News Magazine Quiz
Authored by Mikeal Basile
English
8th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What year did Mother Earth News magazine first start publishing?
1960
1970
1980
1990
Answer explanation
Mother Earth News magazine first started publishing in 1970.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of paper was the first issue of Mother Earth News printed on?
Glossy color paper
Rustic paper
Recycled paper
Digital format only
Answer explanation
The first issue of Mother Earth News was printed on rustic paper, not glossy color paper, recycled paper, or in digital format.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a focus in the early editions of Mother Earth News?
Back-to-the-land and self-reliance ideas
Counterculture issues
High technology and innovation
Environmental movement
Answer explanation
High technology and innovation was NOT mentioned as a focus in the early editions of Mother Earth News.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was one of the visionary team members mentioned for steering Mother Earth News?
Joel Salatin
John Shuttleworth
Bill Mollison
Allan Savory
Answer explanation
John Shuttleworth was one of the visionary team members mentioned for steering Mother Earth News.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the iconic status of "Organic Gardening and Farming" in the author's household?
It was considered outdated
It was considered revolutionary
It was considered unimportant
It was considered a regular magazine
Answer explanation
The iconic status of 'Organic Gardening and Farming' in the author's household was considered revolutionary, not outdated, unimportant, or a regular magazine.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the text, what kind of technological advancement is mentioned in relation to publishing?
Digital formatting
Use of glossy color newsprint
Introduction of e-books
Development of online platforms
Answer explanation
The correct choice is the use of glossy color newsprint as the technological advancement mentioned in relation to publishing.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.10
CCSS.RI.6.10
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RI.9-10.10
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the author imply about the changes in Mother Earth News over the years?
It has remained completely the same
It has become more focused on glossy presentation
It has shifted towards a more balanced and mature perspective
It has reduced its number of publications significantly
Answer explanation
The author implies that Mother Earth News has shifted towards a more balanced and mature perspective over the years.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
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