WorksheetsGoing Solo Amplify
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 2hrs 30mins
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
Mark whether the detail from paragraph 18 supports or doesn't support the idea that the formation leader is a strong, experienced pilot.
"Flight Lieutenant Pattle, the ace of aces..."
Supports
Doesn't Support
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
Mark whether the detail from paragraph 18 supports or doesn't support the idea that the formation leader is a strong, experienced pilot.
"...he led us one hell of a dance around the skies above the city."
Supports
Doesn't Support
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
Mark whether the detail from paragraph 18 supports or doesn't support the idea that the formation leader is a strong, experienced pilot.
"They came down on us from high above, not only 109s but also the twin-engined 110s."
Supports
Doesn't Support
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
Mark whether the detail from paragraph 18 supports or doesn't support the idea that the formation leader is a strong, experienced pilot.
"We broke formation and now it was every man for himself."
Supports
Doesn't Support
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens-the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
What role does the description of the Hurricane in paragraphs 19-20 play in the story?
It shows how World War II planes were inadequate, which is the purpose of Dahl's story.
It helps the reader better understand what Dahl went through in the Battle of Athens.
It supports the theory that Dahl was the best pilot and wanted to be the formation leader.
It illustrates the similarities between Hurricane planes and hurricane storms.
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
Read this sentence from paragraph 18:
"On that morning of 20 April, Flight Lieutenant Pattle, the ace of aces, who was leading our formation of twelve Hurricanes over Athens, was evidently assuming that we could fly as brilliantly as he could, and he led us one hell of a dance around the skies above the city."
Based on this sentence, what does the author believe about Flight Lieutenant Pattle?
He is reckless in his leadership of lesser skilled pilots.
His patience and skills are what make him a great leader.
He is showing off in front of the German fleet.
His lack of leadership makes him nervous to fly.
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of paragraph 20?
To explain how the ground-crew prepares a Hurricane plane for war.
To describe the feeling of flying a Hurricane in a dog-fight.
To indicate the author's hesitance in using the Hurricane's guns.
To demonstrate the difficulty of flying a Hurricane into battle.
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
Read this sentence from paragraph 21:
"I am quite sure that the German planes must have often got in each other's way because there were so many of them, and that, together with the fact that there were so few of us, probably saved quite a number of our skins."
What can you infer about the battle from this detail?
The British pilots had better equipment for battles.
The German pilots were the best pilots in the world.
The German planes likely collided with their own aircrafts.
The British planes outnumbered the German planes.
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
Based on the text, Dahl could be considered a brave pilot because he...?
was the best marksman out of all the pilots in his formation.
spent half his time avoiding collisions with other planes.
was the last pilot to defend the British in the battle.
stayed in the battle until he had no ammunition left.
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
Which of the following statements from paragraph 22 use descriptive language to communicate Dahl's experience during and after the Battle of Athens? Select one statement.
Dahl's experience during the battle:
"When I finally had to break away and dive for home, I knew my Hurricane had been hit."
"Thank heavens the undercarriage came down when I engaged the lever, and I landed more or less safely at Elevsis."
"I was quite literally overwhelmed by the feeling that I had been into the very bowels of the fiery furnace and had managed to claw my way out."
"All around me now the sun was shining and wild flowers were blossoming in the grass of the airfield, and I thought how fortunate I was to be seeing the good earth again."
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
Which of the following statements from paragraph 22 use descriptive language to communicate Dahl's experience during and after the Battle of Athens? Select one statement.
Dahl's experience after the battle:
"When I finally had to break away and dive for home, I knew my Hurricane had been hit."
"Thank heavens the undercarriage came down when I engaged the lever, and I landed more of less safely at Elevsis."
"I was quite literally overwhelmed by the feeling that I had been into the very bowels of the fiery furnace and had managed to claw my way out."
"All around me now the sun was shining and wild flowers were blossoming in the grass of the airfield, and I thought how fortunate I was to be seeing the good earth again."
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
In paragraph 22, Dahl uses figurative language when he writes, " The controls were very soggy and there was no response at all to the rudder." What does he mean by this?
The plane was very difficult to navigate.
Dahl realizes that his controls were all wet.
The plane had quickly run out of fuel.
Dahl suddenly forgot how to fly the plane.
Passage: Going Solo, "The Battle of Athens- the Twentieth of April."
paragraphs 18-24
What purpose does paragraph 23 serve in the passage?
It explains how scared and nervous Dahl was after the Battle of Athens.
It helps transition the scene from inside the fighter plane to the Operations Room.
It supports the idea that Dahl was the best pilot in his flight formation.
It helps show how well Hurricanes could withstand a major air battle.
Passage: Going Solo, “The Battle of Athens—the Twentieth of April,”
paragraphs 18–24
In paragraph 24, how does Dahl compare himself to the other pilots in the Operations Room?
He noticed what the other pilots were wearing compared to his own uniform.
He noticed how calm the other pilots were behaving after the battle.
He noticed the other pilots were just as wet and shaky as he was.
He noticed the other pilots were having trouble communicating with others.
Passage: Going Solo, “The Battle of Athens—the Twentieth of April,”
paragraphs 18–24
In paragraph 24, what can you infer from this comparison?
The other pilots also flew in the battle and had the same reaction as Dahl.
The other pilots lacked the experience to ever fly with Dahl.
The other pilots did not have to fly and therefore weren’t as nervous.
The other pilots flew in the battle but were severely wounded.
Passage: Going Solo, “The Battle of Athens—the Twentieth of April,”
paragraphs 18–24
Constructed Response:
In what way does the author convey the emotional intensity of his experience in the Battle of Athens? Include at least TWO supporting details in your answer.
(HINT: This is the constructed response question on your test. Remember I said what you highlight on the passage in your lesson follows you to the test. It might be a good idea to practice your response and go highlight the two supporting details you want to use now.)
