The Iron Dragon Chapter 5

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    Johnny was rude about the Chinese

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The Iron Dragon Chapter 5 quiz explores historical transformations in transportation, focusing on train impacts on stagecoaches. It assesses understanding of train schedules, technological shifts, and personal encounters in historical contexts.

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  • 2. 

    Who was Johnny?

    • Jane's brother

    • Jane's father

    • Jane;s uncle

    • Jane's cousin

    Correct Answer
    A. Jane's brother
    Explanation
    Johnny was Jane's brother because siblings share the same parents, and the given options include Jane's father, uncle, cousin, and brother. Since Johnny cannot be Jane's father, uncle, or cousin, the only remaining option is that he is her brother.

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  • 3. 

    Who did Winnie meet?

    • Jane Poole

    • Sandy Perloff

    • Ben Tucker

    • Not O Rious

    Correct Answer
    A. Jane Poole
    Explanation
    Winnie met Jane Poole.

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  • 4. 

    Why were the Chinese unhappy?

    • Dangerous jobs

    • Disrespect

    • Poor money

    • ALL OF THE ABOVE

    Correct Answer
    A. ALL OF THE ABOVE
    Explanation
    The Chinese were unhappy because they had to perform dangerous jobs, they faced disrespect, and they were paid poorly. These factors combined led to their overall dissatisfaction and unhappiness.

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  • 5. 

    What was Winnie drawing a picture of?

    • A flower

    • A stagecoach

    • Lee Cheng

    • A school

    Correct Answer
    A. A stagecoach
    Explanation
    Winnie was drawing a picture of a stagecoach.

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  • 6. 

    Why were the stagecoaches going away?

    • They were useless

    • The trains

    • They wasted gas

    • They were old.

    Correct Answer
    A. The trains
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The trains." Stagecoaches were going away because trains were a more efficient and faster mode of transportation. Trains offered a more reliable and comfortable travel experience compared to stagecoaches. The trains revolutionized transportation, making stagecoaches obsolete and unnecessary.

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    How long will it take for the train to go from Omaha to San Francisco?

    • 5 hours

    • 5 days

    • 5 weeks

    • 5 months

    Correct Answer
    A. 5 days
    Explanation
    Based on the given options, the train will take 5 days to travel from Omaha to San Francisco. This is the most reasonable answer as traveling by train from Omaha to San Francisco would typically take several days, considering the distance between the two cities.

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    How often did trains arrive?

    • Every hour

    • Every day

    • Every week

    • Every month

    Correct Answer
    A. Every day
    Explanation
    Trains arrive every day, which implies that there is a regular schedule for train arrivals. This suggests that trains run on a daily basis, ensuring consistent transportation for commuters and travelers. The option "every hour" would indicate a higher frequency than necessary for train arrivals, while "every week" and "every month" would imply a less frequent schedule, which would not be practical for regular train services.

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    What did the two man say?

    • The Chinese were happy

    • The Chinese were sad

    • The Chinese weren't going to take it anymore

    • The Chinese were going to run away.

    Correct Answer
    A. The Chinese weren't going to take it anymore
    Explanation
    The correct answer suggests that the two men expressed their dissatisfaction and unwillingness to tolerate the situation any longer.

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    What did Winnie wonder about?

    • The weather

    • Running away

    • If everyone hated the Chinese

    • If there was enough food

    Correct Answer
    A. If everyone hated the Chinese
    Explanation
    Winnie wondered if everyone hated the Chinese. This suggests that she may have felt insecure or anxious about her identity and how she is perceived by others. She may have been concerned about facing discrimination or prejudice based on her Chinese ethnicity. This question highlights the theme of identity and the impact of societal attitudes on an individual's sense of belonging.

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  • 11. 

    Why would the Union Pacific want to stir up trouble?

    • To slow down the Central Pacific

    • To earn more money

    • BOTH

    • NEITHER

    Correct Answer
    A. BOTH
    Explanation
    The Union Pacific would want to stir up trouble both to slow down the Central Pacific and to earn more money. By causing disruptions and delays for their competitor, the Union Pacific could potentially gain an advantage in the race to complete the transcontinental railroad. Additionally, stirring up trouble could create opportunities for the Union Pacific to negotiate better financial terms or secure additional funding for their own project.

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    What do you predict will happen next?

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