From "John Glenn: A Memoir" Nonfiction Pretest 6th Grade

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    If this exerpt were taken from a biography instead of an autobiography it would be....

    • Told from the first person point-of-view
    • Written by someone else
    • Based on memories from Glenn's memories
    • Published in John Glenn's lifetime
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Turn to page 884 and read "John Glenn: A Memoir" ---then read the questions carefully/read back in the selection to find the answer and answer the question with the BEST CHOICE

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  • 2. 

    You can tell this excerpt is from a memoir rather than from a biography because......

    • It is written from a first person point of view

    • It includes quotations from people who knew John Glenn

    • It explains how events shaped John Glenn's life

    • It talks about other people who were alive at the same time.

    Correct Answer
    A. It is written from a first person point of view
    Explanation
    The excerpt is likely from a memoir because it is written from a first-person point of view. This suggests that the author is recounting their own personal experiences and memories, which is a common characteristic of memoirs. Biographies, on the other hand, are typically written in the third person and provide a more objective account of a person's life. The inclusion of quotations from people who knew John Glenn and the explanation of how events shaped his life could also be found in both memoirs and biographies, so these factors alone do not definitively indicate the genre.

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  • 3. 

    The description of the pilot in paragraph 3 reminds the reader that......

    • This memory is told from a child's point of view

    • Children often confuse reality with fantasy

    • Early pilots were not concerned with safety

    • John Glenn loved to read when he was young

    Correct Answer
    A. This memory is told from a child's point of view
    Explanation
    The description of the pilot in paragraph 3 reminds the reader that this memory is told from a child's point of view. This implies that the details and perceptions of the pilot may not be entirely accurate or objective, as they are filtered through the lens of a child's perspective.

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  • 4. 

    Herschel Glenn's reply in paragraph 5 supports the idea that he......

    • Had a spirit of adventure

    • Was a serious person

    • Knew a lot about flying

    • Owned a successful business

    Correct Answer
    A. Had a spirit of adventure
    Explanation
    In paragraph 5, Herschel Glenn's reply indicates that he was willing to take risks and explore the unknown. This suggests that he had a spirit of adventure, as he was open to new experiences and challenges.

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  • 5. 

    Which sentence tells you that the selection an autobiography?

    • "Flying was a great adventure." (par. 4)

    • "I realized later that it wasn't simply fun for him." (par. 8)

    • "Everybody knew about Charles Lindbergh's transatlantic flight two years before." (par. 6)

    • "The pilot got in front and revved the engine." par 6

    Correct Answer
    A. "I realized later that it wasn't simply fun for him." (par. 8)
    Explanation
    The sentence "I realized later that it wasn't simply fun for him." suggests that the selection is an autobiography because it indicates that the speaker had a personal experience and gained insight about someone else's feelings and motivations. This implies that the speaker is the author of the autobiography, reflecting on their past experiences.

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  • 6. 

    Which phrases show the order of events?

    • At times, where cattle grazed around Cambridge

    • Out of his way; past a grass field airport; one in front of the other

    • The summer I turned eight; two years before; when I got out of the airforce

    • His every move; my youth; got in front

    Correct Answer
    A. The summer I turned eight; two years before; when I got out of the airforce
    Explanation
    The phrases "the summer I turned eight," "two years before," and "when I got out of the airforce" indicate a sequence of events. These phrases suggest that the events mentioned occurred in a specific order, with the summer when the person turned eight happening first, followed by an event that occurred two years before, and finally, an event that happened when the person got out of the airforce.

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  • 7. 

    John Glenn's father first wondered what flying was like when he saw.....

    • Biplanes dogfighting during WWI

    • An airplane on a grass field airport near town

    • A newspaper article about Charles Lindbergh

    • A silver plane flying overhead

    Correct Answer
    A. Biplanes dogfighting during WWI
    Explanation
    John Glenn's father first wondered what flying was like when he saw biplanes dogfighting during WWI. This event would have been a significant and awe-inspiring sight, as it showcased the power and maneuverability of airplanes in combat. Witnessing these biplanes engage in aerial battles would have sparked curiosity and fascination in John Glenn's father, leading him to wonder about the experience of flying.

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  • 8. 

    Which sentence reveals John Glenn's personal feelings?

    • "He could turn very serious at times, but most of the time he was lighthearted.."

    • "He joked a lot and made me laugh."

    • "It was the time of the year when wildflowers bloomed on the roadside and in the farm fields where cattle grazed."

    • "I probably was scared at the idea of growing up, but there wasn't any doubt about it - I wanted to do it."

    Correct Answer
    A. "I probably was scared at the idea of growing up, but there wasn't any doubt about it - I wanted to do it."
    Explanation
    The sentence "I probably was scared at the idea of growing up, but there wasn't any doubt about it - I wanted to do it" reveals John Glenn's personal feelings because it expresses his fear and uncertainty about growing up, but also his determination and desire to do so.

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  • 9. 

    Which quotation expresses the central idea of Glenn's curiosity in this excerpt?

    • "I especially enjoyed being with my father whom most people called Herschel, while I grew up being called Bud." par 1

    • "I couldn't get the view from the air out of my mind. and the feeling of being suspended." par 7

    • "As we drove home, Dad asked me if I'd liked the flight. I told him that I had." par. 8

    • "His eagerness to experiment was one of the most important lessons of my youth." par. 8

    Correct Answer
    A. "His eagerness to experiment was one of the most important lessons of my youth." par. 8
    Explanation
    The quotation "His eagerness to experiment was one of the most important lessons of my youth" expresses the central idea of Glenn's curiosity in this excerpt. This statement highlights the impact of Glenn's father's enthusiasm for experimentation on his own curiosity and desire to explore. It suggests that Glenn's father's eagerness to try new things and push boundaries influenced Glenn's own inquisitiveness and thirst for knowledge.

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  • 10. 

    Which detail in this excerpt might not have been included in a biography?:

    • John Glenn's childhood nickname

    • The name of Herschel Glenn's business

    • Information about Charles Lindbergh

    • The description of John Glenn's feelings after his first plane crash

    Correct Answer
    A. The description of John Glenn's feelings after his first plane crash
    Explanation
    The detail about John Glenn's feelings after his first plane crash might not have been included in a biography because it focuses more on factual information such as childhood nickname, business name, and information about Charles Lindbergh. Biographies typically highlight significant events and achievements in a person's life, rather than their emotional experiences.

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  • 11. 

    Which event would come first in a timeline of John Glenn's life?

    • John Glenn takes his first plane ride

    • Herschel Glenn stops his car near a biplane outside of town

    • John Glenn and his father drive to Cambridge

    • Charles Lindbergh flies across the Atlantic Ocean

    Correct Answer
    A. Charles Lindbergh flies across the Atlantic Ocean
    Explanation
    The event of Charles Lindbergh flying across the Atlantic Ocean would come first in a timeline of John Glenn's life because it occurred before any of the other events mentioned. This event is significant in the history of aviation and took place in 1927, while John Glenn's first plane ride and other events in his life occurred later.

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  • 12. 

    Find 2 examples from the selection to support the idea that John Glenn's father was curious about flying.

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