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

Rocket Boys Ch. 12-14 - Quiz

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  • 2. 

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

    • Mr. Hickam

    • Mr. Bykovski

    • Ms. Riley

    Correct Answer
    A. Ms. Riley
    Explanation
    Ms. Riley gives the rocket boys the "Principles of Guided Missile Design" textbook.

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  • 5. 

    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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