projeckt 1065: a pilot in a haystack

Why is Michael nervous?

• He doesn’t trust the pilot.

• His family’s safety is at risk if they’re caught.

• He’s afraid of flying.

• He dislikes British people.

Answer explanation

Michael is nervous because his family's safety is at risk if they're caught, indicating a serious concern for their well-being rather than a fear of flying or distrust of the pilot.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

Where do Michael and his family hide the pilot?

• In a barn near their house

• In a secret room in their attic

• In a haystack in the countryside

• In an abandoned warehouse

Answer explanation

Michael and his family hide the pilot in a haystack in the countryside, which provides a discreet and effective hiding spot away from prying eyes, unlike the other options that are more easily discovered.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Why is hiding the pilot especially dangerous for Michael?

• He could be arrested and sent to a concentration camp.

• He might get lost and not be able to find his way home.

• The pilot doesn’t speak German.

• The pilot has a broken arm and can’t stay quiet.

Answer explanation

Hiding the pilot is especially dangerous for Michael because if discovered, he could be arrested and sent to a concentration camp, which poses a severe threat to his safety and freedom.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What helps Michael and the pilot bond?

• They both want to see the end of the Nazi regime.

• They both speak fluent English.

• They have both experienced loss due to the war.

• They both enjoy reading spy novels.

Answer explanation

Michael and the pilot bond over their shared desire to see the end of the Nazi regime, which reflects their common goal and understanding of the war's impact on their lives.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

Why must Michael keep the pilot hidden?

• The pilot has important information about the war.

• The pilot is a family friend.

• The pilot promised to take Michael to England.

• The pilot is a famous war hero.

Answer explanation

Michael must keep the pilot hidden because he possesses crucial information about the war, which could be dangerous if it falls into the wrong hands.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

How does Michael communicate with the pilot?

• By using a secret code

• By writing notes in English

• By speaking in whispers

• By using hand signals

Answer explanation

Michael communicates with the pilot by writing notes in English, which allows for clear and direct communication. The other options, such as secret codes or whispers, are not indicated as methods used.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.1

What skill does Michael use to help the pilot?

• His knowledge of the local terrain

• His ability to speak multiple languages

• His talent for drawing maps

• His skill in first aid

Answer explanation

Michael uses his knowledge of the local terrain to assist the pilot, likely providing crucial information about the landscape that aids in navigation and decision-making during flight.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does Michael learn from the pilot?

• The true horrors of the war

• The importance of bravery

• The pilot's personal story of survival

• The pilot's mission details

Answer explanation

Michael learns about the pilot's personal story of survival, which highlights the human experience and resilience during war, rather than just the broader themes of bravery or mission details.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

How does Michael ensure the pilot's safety?

• By creating a diversion

• By setting up a lookout

• By providing food and water

• By disguising the pilot as a local

Answer explanation

Michael ensures the pilot's safety by setting up a lookout, which allows for early detection of any potential threats, thereby providing a crucial layer of protection.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.1

What lesson does Michael learn from the pilot?

• The value of trust and friendship

• The importance of following orders

• The need for secrecy in wartime

• The power of hope and resilience

Answer explanation

Michael learns that trust and friendship are crucial, especially in challenging situations like wartime. The pilot's actions demonstrate how relying on each other can lead to survival and success.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2