CELEBRITIES AS HEROES QUIZ

What is the primary argument of the "Point" passage?

• Celebrities have the qualities of true heroes.

• Social media is an effective way to find real heroes.

• Celebrities should not be idolized because they lack the qualities of true heroes.

• Most celebrities work hard to make a positive difference in the world.

According to the "Point", what is one consequence of idolizing celebrities?

• Young people are inspired to help their communities.

• Media focuses more on historical figures.

• Real heroes are overshadowed by famous individuals.

• Celebrities are forced to work harder to maintain their fame.

1. With which statement would the author of the Counterpoint article most likely agree?

   Answer choices for the above question

• A. Good deeds are only worth admiring if they are kept hidden.

• B. Athletes who behave badly in public have nothing to offer young people.

• C. Most celebrities are not heroes and do not deserve to be called heroes.

• D. Young people will select better heroes if the media focuses on positive contributions of celebrities.

1. Which statement from the text most strongly supports the correct answer to the previous question?

   Answer choices for the above question

• A. They are involved in helping refugees, fighting for conservation, or working on other issues important to them.”

• B. “We are sociologically preprogrammed to ‘follow the leader’”

• C. “It’s also up to the media to pay more attention to celebrities who are true role models.”

• D. “There are also many everyday men and women who have acted heroically.”

1. Which statement most closely reflects the claim (argument) that the Counterpoint author is making?

   Answer choices for the above question

• A. Baseball players are heroes as well as celebrities.

• B. People should not look down on celebrities.

• C. Many celebrities are true heroes.

• D. Trying to do your very best is difficult.

1. Which of the following most closely restates a reason the author gives to develop the claim in the previous question?

   Answer choices for the above question

• A. People want to idolize actors, singers, and television stars.

• B. Celebrities may not even want to be admired or idolized.

• C. Outstanding achievements can be made in many fields.

• D. Celebrities who work hard at their jobs can be role models.

The word "notoriety" includes the latin root word notus, which means "known". Which of the following would be the

best definition for "notoriety"?

Please read paragraph 4

• A) Fame for a positive reason
  

• B) Being unknown
  

• C) Famous for a negative reason
  

• D) Being well-liked

What is the meaning of the word "civil" as used in this

excerpt? Please read paragraph 6

• A) Related to citizens and their interactions
  

• B) Rude or impolite
  

• C) Wild and uncontrolled
  

• D) Related to the military