Reading Quiz: “19-year-old flies around the world in 155 days”

Created on February 19, 2022 By

Brent

Reading Comprehension Quiz: "19-year old flies around the world in 155 days"

Did you understand the main points in the article? Take this quiz to find out!

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Zara Rutherford…

has recently begun university studies.

wants to become a role model for other young women.

is studying to be a commercial pilot.

has become the youngest pilot to fly around the world.

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When the visibility was poor, Zara had to fly _____ the clouds.

through

above

below

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Zara’s journey began and ended in _____.

Canada

The United States

England

Belgium

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During her flight, Zara …

had to avoid storms.

had to land because it was too dark to see well enough.

had to change her route and take an extra two months.

All the above are correct

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What message would Zara write to her parents during the journey?

I met a Canadian man who is an Air Force Pilot today. He gave me his favourite pin for good luck. I’m not going to take it off!

The weather in Alaska is warm and clear, and I’m spending the night in a comfortable hotel. People are so friendly!

I’m flying along the coast of India, and I can’t wait to see you in November. I’ll arrive on time as planned.

Sorry I couldn’t call you when I was in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. I survived, though!

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The main purpose of this article is to…

describe how bold Zara Rutherford is and how difficult her journey was.

to inspire young women to study science and maths.

to encourage teens to learn to fly.

to explain how weather affects flights.

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