Alcatraz Island Quiz

What was the significance of the siren that Jolene heard?

• It signaled the start of the day.

• It meant an inmate had escaped from Alcatraz prison.

• It was a warning for bad weather.

• It indicated a ship was arriving.

Why was Alcatraz considered the toughest prison in the country?

• It was located on a small rocky island.

• It housed America’s most violent criminals.

• It was surrounded by a high wall.

• It had the most advanced security systems.

What was Alcatraz used for before it became a prison?

• A residential area

• A military fort and lighthouse

• A commercial port

• A recreational park

Why did Jolene and other children live on Alcatraz?

• They were prisoners.

• They were part of a school program.

• Their parents worked on the island.

• They were part of a historical reenactment.

What was the original state of Alcatraz before it was inhabited by people?

• A bustling city

• An uninhabited island

• A farming community

• A tourist destination

What was the nickname given to the prison mentioned in the text?

• The Fortress

• The Rock

• The Island

• The Tower

What could happen to prisoners if they broke even a small rule?

• They were given extra chores

• They were locked in "the Hole"

• They were fined

• They were transferred to another prison

What job did Jolene's father get when they moved to Alcatraz?

• Prison guard

• Prison administrator

• Prison warden

• Prison cook

What was one of the features of the island mentioned in the text?

• A zoo

• A large playground

• A swimming pool

• A movie theater

In what year was Alcatraz turned into a maximum-security prison?

• 1924

• 1934

• 1944

• 1954