The Amazing Boat Rescue of 9/11 - Quiz

Which is NOT a reason boat rescues were needed on 9/11?

• Terrorists flew planes into the World Trade Center.

• Two towers in New York City collapsed.

• People could not reach loved ones using their cell phones.

• Bridges, tunnels, and trains were shut down.

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Why does the article most likely begin with the scene in which Thomas’s boat is sinking?

• to hook readers and introduce the topic

• to show that boats can be dangerous

• to describe the events of 9/11 in detail

• to explain why the World Trade Center was attacked

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What does the word evacuate mean in the sentence “As the class began to evacuate, Thomas saw his dad, Vincent, rushing toward him”?

• enter

• move quickly

• learn a new skill

• leave a dangerous place

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Why was Carlos uncertain about how he should help at first?

• He was far from where he worked.

• He was not used to working with boats.

• A terrorist attack was unexpected.

• He forgot what he had been taught about terrorist attacks.

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Which sentence from the story supports the correct answer to question 4?

• “. . . terrorists took control of four airplanes and turned them into flying bombs.”

• “You don’t train for planes hitting buildings.”

• “. . . an avalanche of dust rose up from the tower’s ruins.”

• “. . . people were pressed against the railings along the water’s edge.”

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What can you infer from the fact that crews from ferries, party boats, and rafts helped in the rescue?

• Their boats were meant for emergencies.

• Each crew was trained for rescues.

• Rescue crews expected the events.

• Many crews were not rescue workers but wanted to help anyway.

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What is the main idea of “The Amazing Boat Rescue of September 11”?

• Al Qaeda terrorists attacked the U.S.

• Many people died in the 9/11 attacks.

• People helped each other after the 9/11 attacks.

• September 11 was a dark day for the U.S.

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Which sentence from the story supports the correct answer to question 7?

• “. . . the crowd of people waiting seemed to swell larger and larger.”

• “The September 11 terrorist attacks shocked and horrified the world.”

• “Nearly 3,000 people were killed.”

• “These people put their lives on the line to save fellow New Yorkers.”

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How does the map on page 6 support the information you read in the article?

• It provides a visual representation of the locations mentioned.

• It contradicts the information in the article.

• It is unrelated to the article.

• It provides additional data not covered in the article.

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What is the main focus when comparing the experiences of Thomas Panevino and Carlos Perez on September 11?

• The emotional impact on both individuals

• The geographical locations of both individuals

• The professional backgrounds of both individuals

• The time of day when both individuals experienced the event

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