The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

Analyze how the author introduces the character of Henrietta Lacks in Chapter 1. What techniques does the author use to develop her character and engage the reader?

• By providing a detailed physical description and background information.

• By presenting a series of events from her childhood.

• By using dialogue and interactions with other characters.

• By focusing on her scientific contributions.

In Chapter 4, the author discusses the significance of Henrietta's cells. What central idea is developed in this chapter, and how is it shaped by specific details?

• The ethical implications of using human cells in research.

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  The personal impact on Henrietta's family.

• The scientific breakthroughs made possible by Henrietta's cells.

• The financial benefits of cell research.

Cite strong and thorough textual evidence from Chapter 1 to support the analysis of Henrietta's initial experiences at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Henrietta faced racial discrimination and was treated as a charity case.

• Henrietta was given priority due to her unique medical condition.

• Henrietta's family was involved in all medical decisions.

• Henrietta was immediately treated with respect and care.

How does the author unfold the series of events leading to the discovery of Henrietta's immortal cells in Chapter 4?

• By presenting a chronological timeline of scientific experiments.

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  By focusing on the personal stories of the scientists involved.

• By highlighting the accidental nature of the discovery.

• By detailing the legal battles over cell ownership.

Determine the central idea of Chapter 1 and analyze how it is developed through specific details.

• The importance of informed consent in medical research.

• The life and struggles of Henrietta Lacks.

• The advancements in cancer treatment.

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  The role of race in medical ethics.

What evidence from Chapter 4 supports the inference that Henrietta's cells were crucial to scientific progress?

• The cells were only used in cancer research.

• The cells were discarded after initial experiments.

• The cells were stored in a private laboratory.

• The cells were used in developing the polio vaccine.

Analyze how the author connects the personal and scientific narratives in Chapter 4. What techniques are used to draw these connections?

• By presenting only the legal aspects of cell research.

• By ignoring the personal impact on Henrietta's family.

• By alternating between scientific data and personal anecdotes.

• By focusing solely on scientific achievements.

In Chapter 1, what central idea emerges about the medical treatment of African Americans in the 1950s, and how is it refined by specific details?

• African Americans received the same level of care as others.

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  African Americans were often used for experimental purposes without consent.

• African Americans had access to the latest medical technologies.

• African Americans were prioritized in medical research.

What textual evidence from Chapter 4 supports the analysis of the ethical issues surrounding the use of Henrietta's cells?

• The cells were used with Henrietta's explicit consent.

• The cells were never used in any significant research.

• The cells were taken without Henrietta's knowledge.

• The cells were only used for personal gain by scientists.

How does the author develop the theme of scientific discovery versus personal privacy in Chapter 4?

• By showing the benefits of scientific progress without addressing privacy concerns.

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  By highlighting the conflict between scientific advancement and individual rights.

• By focusing solely on the scientific achievements of the researchers.

• By ignoring the personal stories of those affected by the research.