PWR UNIT 4A

What is the main idea of the passage?

• Building an airplane is a complicated process.

• Barrington Irving’s determination helped him achieve remarkable goals.

• Aviation is a difficult field for young people to enter.

• Most companies refuse to support young pilots.

The word “determined” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to

• confident

• curious

• afraid

• committed

The word “feat” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to

• job

• achievement

• adventure

• failure

Why did Irving first become interested in flying?

• He read about flying in a book.

• His parents wanted him to be a pilot.

• A customer at his parents’ store introduced him to flying.

• He saw an airplane flying over his house.

How did Irving pay for flight school?

• He worked different jobs and saved money.

• He won a flying competition.

• He borrowed money from friends.

• He received a scholarship from Columbia.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a job Irving did to earn money?

• Cleaned swimming pools

• Worked at a bookstore

• Washed airplanes

• Helped at a store

Which of the following is NOT true about Irving's trip around the world?

• He flew for over 145 hours.

• He flew solo.

• The journey lasted 97 days.

• He visited every continent.

What can be inferred about the airplane company Columbia?

• They gave Irving flying lessons.

• They provided financial support.

• They believed in Irving’s dream.

• They offered Irving a job.

What does Irving’s story suggest about achieving goals?

• Determination can help overcome obstacles.

• You must have financial help to succeed.

• People should wait until they are older.

• Success is mostly about talent.

What does the word “this” in the sentence “This gave him an idea” refer to?

• Finishing his flight

• Seeing young people in the crowd

• Starting flight school

• Building the plane "Inspiration"