Pioneer

Turn to page 286 of your HMH myBook. Read the story, "A Pioneer Sampler." Be sure to use the HMH myBook to find text evidence, as you answer the questions on this quiz.

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What is the meaning of the word 'pioneer' in the context of exploration?

• A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new area

• A person who follows others into a new area

• A person who resists change and innovation

• A person who documents historical events

Which sentence uses the word 'pioneer' correctly?

• She was a pioneer in the field of medicine, introducing new treatments.

• He was a pioneer, always waiting for others to lead the way.

• The pioneer refused to leave his comfortable home.

• Pioneers are known for their reluctance to try new things.

Identify the synonym of 'pioneer' from the following options.

• Follower

• Innovator

• Conformist

• Traditionalist

In literature, what role does a 'pioneer' character typically play?

• A character who resists change

• A character who leads others into new experiences

• A character who follows others

• A character who avoids challenges

Which of the following is an example of a pioneer in technology?

• A person who uses the latest smartphone

• A person who develops the first smartphone

• A person who dislikes technology

• A person who repairs smartphones

What is the antonym of 'pioneer'?

• Leader

• Innovator

• Settler

• Follower

Choose the sentence that best illustrates the concept of pioneering.

• The pioneers settled in the new land, facing many hardships.

• The pioneers waited for others to settle before moving.

• The pioneers avoided the new land due to fear.

• The pioneers followed the established paths.

Which literary device is often used to describe a pioneer character?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Irony

• Hyperbole

What is a common theme in stories about pioneers?

• Stagnation

• Adventure and exploration

• Fear of the unknown

• Resistance to change