Comprehension of Up From Slavery Excerpt 3

Why did Washington take the cleaning task seriously?

• He was afraid

• He saw it as a test

• He wanted money

• He liked cleaning

What does Washington mean by "my college examination"?

• He took a written exam

• The teacher asked him questions

• Cleaning was his test for admission

• He gave a speech

Washington's reaction to passing the "exam" shows he felt:

• relieved

• deeply satisfied

• indifferent

• regretful

The word "worthiness" in this context most likely means:

• his value or fitness for a task

• his wealth

• his looks

• his education

Washington's actions illustrate the theme of:

• friendship

• authority

• determination

• indifference

Washington's journey to Hampton demonstrates:

• perseverance and resilience

• financial success

• a lack of preparation

• fear and anxiety

Washington describes the school building as:

• a reward for his hard work

• a basic structure

• unimportant

• unattractive

Washington's thoughts about other students being admitted indicate:

• his self-doubt and frustration

• his envy

• his desire to leave

• his confidence

Washington's intense cleaning shows:

• his belief in proving his worth through hard work

• his dislike of dirt

• his pride in cleaning

• his frustration

The phrase "college examination" is used by Washington to:

• signify the importance of the task

• suggest a dislike for cleaning

• imply he was treated unfairly

• hint he was tested on studies