Reading Passage - Unit 10

What was the main reason Jimmie Rodgers had to quit his railroad job?

• He was injured in an accident

• He became too ill with tuberculosis

• He wanted to pursue a different career

• He was fired for poor performance

How did Jimmie first try to make a living as a musician?

• He recorded songs for a record company

• He formed a traveling show

• He performed at local radio stations

• He joined a famous band

What did Jimmie Rodgers do to try to avoid his father's intervention in his musical pursuits?

• He hid his musical talent from his father

• He left home and joined a music school

• He secretly organized a traveling show

• He moved to a different city to pursue music

What is meant by the phrase "a testament to the kind of man he was" in the passage?

• It means Jimmie’s actions proved he was a great musician.

• It means Jimmie’s fans will forever remember him.

• It refers to Jimmie’s dedication to his family.

• It suggests that Jimmie’s music will live forever.

Which of the following best describes the relationship between Jimmie and his father, Aaron?

• Aaron was supportive of Jimmie’s musical dreams from the start.

• Aaron constantly tried to prevent Jimmie from pursuing music.

• Jimmie and Aaron had a distant relationship with no interest in each other's lives.

• Aaron understood Jimmie’s passion but didn’t want him to fail.

How did Jimmie’s exposure on the radio impact his career?

• He became a famous radio host.

• He was able to earn a steady job with the radio station.

• He gained a weekly radio slot and recorded hit songs.

• It led to him being hired for a movie role.

What does the term "panorama" in the passage most closely refer to?

• A wide, sweeping view of the landscape of Southern music

• A performance featuring a variety of acts

• A recording session with different musical genres

• A music competition showcasing Southern artists

How did Jimmie’s legacy live on after his death?

• He was forgotten by his fans due to his short career.

• His records and influence left a lasting impact on future musicians.

• His music was only remembered by a small group of people.

• He was commemorated for his work as a brakeman rather than a musician.

What does the phrase "delude himself about a musician’s life" suggest about Aaron's opinion on Jimmie’s career?

• Aaron believed Jimmie was too young to pursue music.

• Aaron thought being a musician was unrealistic and difficult.

• Aaron was indifferent about Jimmie’s career choices.

• Aaron wanted Jimmie to leave the railroad and become a famous musician.

In the context of the passage, what is the meaning of the word “resourceful” as it applies to Jimmie?

• He was lucky in his musical career.

• He was skilled at overcoming challenges and finding solutions.

• He relied on others to help him with his career.

• He was only focused on his career and nothing else.