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A. Chicago became a successful city because of its newspapers.
B. The Great Chicago Fire destroyed much of the city, but people worked together to rebuild it stronger and safer.
C. Bessie Bradwell wanted to become a firefighter after the fire.
D. Fires in cities today are more dangerous than fires in the past.
B. The Great Chicago Fire destroyed much of the city, but people worked together to rebuild it stronger and safer.
Which statement from the text supports the idea that Chicago was growing quickly before the fire?
A. “It wasn’t until Tuesday night that Bessie’s parents learned she was safe.”
B. “In less than 40 years, it had changed from a small town in a swamp to a city of 330,000 people.”
C. “The streets were filled with debris.”
D. “Only about an inch of rain fell between July and September.”
B. “In less than 40 years, it had changed from a small town in a swamp to a city of 330,000 people.”
What caused Bessie to become separated from her father?
A. She went back home alone.
B. A crowd separated them.
C. Her father stayed with firefighters.
D. She crossed the bridge too early.
B. A crowd separated them.
8. How does the author structure the selection?
A. Compare and contrast
B. Description
C. Problem and solution
D. Cause and effect
D. Cause and effect
Which sentence best summarizes the selection?
A. Because of the fire, Bessie decided to become a newspaper owner.
B. The Great Chicago Fire destroyed much of the city, but people rebuilt it safer than before.
C. Chicago firefighters used modern technology to stop the fire.
D. Chicago was the largest city in America in 1871.
B. The Great Chicago Fire destroyed much of the city, but people rebuilt it safer than before.
Which statement from the text supports the idea that firefighters could not fully control the fire?
A. “They bravely fought the fire.”
B. “But there were too few of them.”
C. “Bessie’s family had high hopes for the future.”
D. “It was an exciting time to live in Chicago.”
B. “But there were too few of them.”
In paragraph 12, What does the word “drought” mean?
A. A long period with little rain
B. A dangerous snowstorm
C. A large crowd of people
D. A type of wildfire
A. A long period with little rain
Why were firefighters exhausted before the Great Chicago Fire became huge?
A. They had spent all day helping Bessie’s family move.
B. They traveled from another city.
C. They had been busy rebuilding homes all day.
D. They had already fought another large fire the day before.
D. They had already fought another large fire the day before.
How did the strong winds make the Great Chicago Fire worse?
A. They carried embers that started new fires.
B. They helped firefighters put out the flames.
C. They caused people to leave the city before the fire started.
D. They cooled down the hot weather.
A. They carried embers that started new fires.
Which detail from the text supports the main idea that Chicago rebuilt stronger and safer after the Great Chicago Fire?
A. “Few cities had grown as fast.”
B.“Hundreds of people ran with them.”
C. “Bessie’s dad was a judge.”
D. “Buildings could no longer be made from wood.”
D. “Buildings could no longer be made from wood.”
Which statement from the text supports the idea that people helped Chicago recover after the fire?
A. “Fires in different neighborhoods joined together to form one giant fire.”
B. “The weeks and months following the fire were challenging.”
C. “It has soaring skyscrapers and lively neighborhoods.”
D. “They collected food and supplies for those affected by the fire.”
D. “They collected food and supplies for those affected by the fire.”
What does the word “flammable” mean in this sentence, “Nearly everything was made of wood: the houses, the buildings, and even the streets and sidewalks. Wood is very flammable.”
A. Safe from fire
B. Difficult to move
C. Easy to burn
D. Made from stone
C. Easy to burn
What was the result of Chicago rebuilding with brick and stone buildings?
A. Buildings were less likely to burn quickly.
B. Fires could spread more easily.
C. The city became less safe.
D. People stopped living in Chicago.
A. Buildings were less likely to burn quickly.
How did Chicago change after the Great Chicago Fire?
A. Buildings were only made of wood.
B. Every year on October 8th, Americans remember the Great Chicago Fire.
C. People rebuilt the city using safer materials like brick and stone.
D. All of the streets and sidewalks were removed.
C. People rebuilt the city using safer materials like brick and stone.
What is a theme of the selection?
A. Working together can help people recover from difficult times.
B. Always stay with your family members.
C. Firefighters are responsible for stopping fires.
D. Natural disasters cause cities to change over time.
A. Working together can help people recover from difficult times.
Which statement from the text supports the idea that the Great Chicago Fire caused fear and panic in the city?
A. “The sky glowed orange as the fire grew bigger and bigger.”
B. “People in other cities came together to help.”
C. “A man next to Bessie screamed: 'This is the end of Chicago!'”
D. “Today technology helps keep us safe from most deadly fires.”
C. “A man next to Bessie screamed: 'This is the end of Chicago!'”
In paragraph 21, what does the word “debris” most likely mean?
A. Firefighters
B. Crowded streets
C. Broken pieces left behind
D. Heavy rainstorms
C. Broken pieces left behind
What caused the Great Chicago Fire to spread so quickly?
A. Firefighters refused to help contain the fire.
B. The city had many brick buildings, which caught fire easily.
C. It rained heavily during the fire.
D. Weather conditions and most buildings and streets were made of wood.
D. Weather conditions and most buildings and streets were made of wood.
What impact did the strong winds on October 8, 1871 have on the city?
A. The wind slowed the spread of the fire.
B. It allowed firefighters to rest.
C. Embers spread and started new fires within the city.
D. The wind was so strong, it toppled buildings.
C. Embers spread and started new fires within the city.