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WorksheetsChapter 10 of Hidden Figures
Total questions: 33
Worksheet time: 1hrs 11mins
Which subjects did Mary study at Hampton Institute?
Mathematics and physical science
History and literature
Biology and nursing
Economics and accounting
What role did Mary take at the USO community center?
She helped families and organized activities
She trained pilots for combat missions
She managed payroll for the soldiers
She supervised factory production lines
Which detail shows Mary Jackson’s independent-minded approach to her wedding?
She chose a shorter white dress with black accents
She wore the longest gown available in town
She copied her sorority sister’s bridal style
She followed strict traditional church attire
After the USO closed, which job did Mary briefly hold before staying home with her son?
Bookkeeper at a local office
Nurse at the community clinic
Teacher at Hampton High
Receptionist at Langley Field
Which activity did Mary especially enjoy while leading Girl Scout Troop 11?
Taking girls on hikes and field trips
Teaching advanced algebra nightly
Running long-distance races weekly
Hosting sewing lessons every afternoon
Why did Mary decide the troop should stop singing “Pick a Bale of Cotton”?
It reinforced harmful stereotypes about being black
It was too difficult for the girls to memorize
It lacked a clear melody and rhythm
It mentioned places the girls had never visited
Which statement best captures Mary’s philosophy of Raising Expectations for the girls?
Their identities should not limit their dreams
Only top students can achieve success
Hampton’s history guarantees opportunities
Adults must set goals for them every year
Match each person or organization with its role in Mary Jackson’s life.
Levi Jackson
Naval enlistee Mary married
Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority Mary pledged in college
USO center
Place Mary served families and organized troops
Hampton Institute president
Black leader whose residence impressed the girls
Which positions did Mary apply for when her son turned four?
Secretarial role with Civil Service
Computer job at Langley
USO program director
High school math teacher
What development heightened U.S. anxiety after World War II?
Soviet atomic bomb detonation
Allied treaty with Britain
U.S. budget surplus growth
German industry collapse
Which claim about Soviet aviation in 1950 challenged U.S. assumptions?
Fastest fighter planes reported
Largest passenger jets built
Most economical aircraft produced
Quietest propeller planes designed
Who did Mary Jackson work for after being hired at Langley?
Dorothy Vaughan
Chuck Yeager
Norfolk editor
Russian engineer
Select the statements that describe NACA’s goals during the early Cold War.
Build faster aircraft for military use
Develop wind tunnels up to Mach 7
Shift focus to passenger comfort
Aim for pilots flying at Mach 5+
Which event on April 5, 1951 heightened fears of Communism in the United States?
Mary Jackson’s promotion at Langley
The Rosenbergs’ death sentences
Truman’s speech on democracy
FBI ending investigations
At Langley, an engineer was accused of what during the Communist scare?
Lying about working hours
Stealing classified NACA secrets
Joining a labor union protest
Sabotaging computer equipment
Why did FBI interviews at Langley frighten many workers?
They always happened in public
They sometimes came unannounced
They offered cash rewards
They replaced annual reviews
What is the first step readers must take to draw an inference?
Put the pieces together in a logical way to produce a reasonable conclusion
Think about what they already know from their own experience in the real world
Look for clues in the text
What was Miss Valdez telling Larry?
The Science Fair Results: The students crowded closer to their teacher as she lifted the envelope containing the science fair results. The air was filled with nervous energy, a mix of whispered guesses and hopeful glances. Slowly, she unfolded the paper, her expression teasing as she began to read the names of the winners. Cheers and clapping echoed through the room, though a few students stayed quiet, their smiles suggesting satisfaction with their efforts even if they hadn’t placed.
What does the paragraph suggest about the students’ reactions?
They were universally disappointed with the results.
They exhibited a variety of positive reactions.
They were uninterested in the results of the competition.
They were upset with how the results were presented.
A Walk in the Woods: Maria moved carefully through the dense forest, the scent of pine mingling with the damp earth underfoot. Her steps slowed when she heard a faint rustling ahead. The sound was faint but distinct, and she hesitated, her mind racing with possibilities. Curiosity tugged at her, and after a brief pause, she adjusted her grip on her walking stick and cautiously moved toward the sound.
What can be inferred about Maria’s character based on her reaction to the sound?
She is adventurous but remains aware of potential dangers.
She is careless and often ignores warning signs.
She is completely confident that the sound poses no threat.
She is uninterested in exploring her surroundings.
The central idea is...
the focused idea of the text.
a detail from the text.
the first sentence of a paragraph.
a quote you provide from the text.
True or False: The central idea is directly tied to the author's main point or argument.
False
True
Being able to identify the central idea of a text shows...
that you can cite evidence from the text.
that you know how to write.
that you understand the text.
that you like what you are reading.
In complex texts, the central idea...
is stated and can be quoted directly from the text.
is implied, not stated, meaning you must rely on clues in the text to find it.
is not directly said by the author, meaning you must draw conclusions.
is said in the title, and therefore, copying the title is a great way to find the central idea.
They are the same thing.
Main idea is different than central idea because it starts with an M and the other starts with a C.
Short Answer Responde (Use RACES)
Using the RACES format, write a paragraph response (a.k.a. short answer response) to the following question:
What character trait(s) did Mary Jackson demonstrate through her words and actions as shown in chapter 10?
