Janet Collins

Who was Janet Collins?

• A famous ballet dancer

• A renowned scientist

• A popular novelist

• A historical figure in politics

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What is the main theme of Janet Collins' story?

• Perseverance and success

• Love and betrayal

• War and peace

• Friendship and loyalty

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Which of the following best describes Janet Collins' contribution to the arts?

• She was the first African American prima ballerina at the Metropolitan Opera.

• She wrote a famous novel about dance.

• She composed a symphony for a ballet.

• She painted a series of famous ballet portraits.

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In which year did Janet Collins become the first African American prima ballerina at the Metropolitan Opera?

• 1951

• 1945

• 1960

• 1975

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What challenge did Janet Collins face in her career?

• Racial discrimination

• Lack of talent

• Financial difficulties

• Health issues

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Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?

• Janet Collins was a dancer who inspire many.

• Janet Collins, who was a dancer, inspired many.

• Janet Collins who was a dancer inspired many.

• Janet Collins was a dancer, who inspired many.

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Choose the correct synonym for 'renowned' as used in the context of Janet Collins.

• Famous

• Unknown

• Ordinary

• Unimportant

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What literary device is used in the sentence: 'Janet Collins danced like a swan on stage'?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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Which sentence uses the correct form of the verb?

• Janet Collins have inspired many dancers.

• Janet Collins has inspired many dancers.

• Janet Collins are inspiring many dancers.

• Janet Collins were inspiring many dancers.

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What is the antonym of 'perseverance' as it relates to Janet Collins' story?

• Quitting

• Endurance

• Persistence

• Determination

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