PARCC Advanced Reading Practice Questions Story 3

Question 1

10. The imposing black woman promised to keep the white man...

Accepted Answer

Scratching.

Answer

This question refers to a specific incident involving Sojourner Truth, likely described in an accompanying text. In a famous account, during a speech, a white man became agitated and began scratching himself, seemingly uncomfortable or unnerved by her powerful presence and words. The correct answer reflects this specific detail from the narrative.

Question 2

11. This incident occurred in the...

Accepted Answer

1840s.

Answer

The incident described, likely referring to Sojourner Truth's 'Ain't I a Woman?' speech or a similar encounter, occurred during her active period as an abolitionist and women's rights advocate. Historically, her most prominent public speaking engagements and confrontations took place in the 1840s and 1850s. Therefore, the 1840s is the correct decade for this incident.

Question 3

12. Sojourner Truth was raised in a damp cellar in...

Accepted Answer

New York.

Answer

Sojourner Truth, born Isabella Baumfree, was born into slavery in Swartekill, Ulster County, New York. The implied text would specify her origins, noting that she was raised in a damp cellar in New York. This detail is consistent with her historical biography.

Question 4

13. Isabella lost both parents by the time she was...

Accepted Answer

14 years old.

Answer

According to biographical accounts of Isabella Baumfree (Sojourner Truth), she experienced significant loss early in life. The implied text would state that both her parents died by the time she was 14 years old. This detail highlights the hardships she faced during her youth.

Question 5

14. When New York freed its slaves, Isabella had...

Accepted Answer

Four children.

Answer

When New York State officially abolished slavery in 1827, Isabella (Sojourner Truth) was still enslaved but soon gained her freedom. At this time, she had four children, having given birth to five in total, with one sold away from her. The passage would specify this number as part of her personal history during emancipation.

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PARCC Advanced Reading Practice Questions Story 3