Rocket Boys Ch. 12-14

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Who gives the rocket boys the "Principles of Guided Missile Design" textbook?
- Mr. Hickam
- Mr. Bykovski
- Ms. Riley

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This is a reading comprehension check for Rocket Boys chapter 12-14.

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How does Mike Bykovski react when Sonny questions about Wernher von Braun?
- By asking Sonny to leave
- Allowing Sonny to admire Dr. von Braun for who he had become
- Advising Sonny to give up rocketry for a career in mining
Correct Answer

A. Allowing Sonny to admire Dr. von Braun for who he had become

Explanation

Mike Bykovski reacts to Sonny's question about Wernher von Braun by allowing Sonny to admire Dr. von Braun for who he had become.

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3.

What does Mrs. Hickam give Sonny for Christmas?
- A letter and autographed photo of Wernher von Braun
- A rocketry textbook
- A football
Correct Answer

A. A letter and autographed photo of Wernher von Braun

Explanation

Mrs. Hickam gives Sonny a letter and autographed photo of Wernher von Braun for Christmas. This suggests that Mrs. Hickam knows about Sonny's interest in rocketry and wants to support his passion by giving him a personal message and a photo from a renowned rocket scientist like Wernher von Braun. This gift is thoughtful and shows Mrs. Hickam's understanding and encouragement for Sonny's hobby.

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4.

Who invites Sonny to warm up in her home as he is sledding home in the snowstorm?
- Dorothy Plunk
- Geneva Eggers
- Jake
Correct Answer

A. Geneva Eggers

Explanation

Geneva Eggers invites Sonny to warm up in her home as he is sledding home in the snowstorm.

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5.

What do Sonny and Quentin seek advice about from Mr. Ferro at the machine shop?
- Winning over girls
- Rocket feul
- The nozzel
- Welding
Correct Answer

A. The nozzel

Explanation

Sonny and Quentin seek advice from Mr. Ferro at the machine shop regarding the nozzle.

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Rocket Boys Ch. 12-14

Who gives the rocket boys the "Principles of Guided Missile Design" textbook?

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How does Mike Bykovski react when Sonny questions about Wernher von Braun?

What does Mrs. Hickam give Sonny for Christmas?

Who invites Sonny to warm up in her home as he is sledding home in the snowstorm?

What do Sonny and Quentin seek advice about from Mr. Ferro at the machine shop?