Question

Directions: Read the following informative passage and complete the Review questions.

Rudolph Giuliani, born in Brooklyn, New York in 194, was a natural leader. He went to college and then to law school. He became a lawyer working for the U.S. Justice Department. He led a successful fight against organized crime. In 1989, Giuliani ran for mayor of New York City. He lost to David Dinkins. He came back to run for mayor in 1993, and this time he won. He worked to reduce the crime in New York City and to improve its economy. He wanted to make New York City a better place for people to live. He served as mayor for two terms. Many New Yorkers were very happy with his efforts.

Others weren't as happy. Some people felt that he didn't do enough to help the minorities and the poor people. They also felt that he was unkind and harsh. Giuliani still had a lot to give, so he decided to run for the U.S. Senate. Not long after this decision, he was diagnosed with cancer. He decided to continue serving as mayor.

When terrorist attacks on New York City took place on September 11, 2001, Giuliani was a helpful and dedicated mayor. Many people felt his support and encouragement as they worked to put their lives back together. For his efforts, Giuliani was made an Honorary Knight by Queen Elizabeth II. Many people felt that Giuliani's leadership helped the country find peace and courage in the turmoil of that time.

Review Part B

Directions: Choose the best answer for each of the questions below.

1. What is the meaning of the word turmoil as it was used in the passage?

a. mayhem

b. excitement

c. annoyance

d. organization

2 After reading the article, what assumptions can be made about the role that Giuliani played during the time following the attacks on New York?

a. He was a rescuer who managed to save hundreds of people.

b. He played the role of scapegoat for what happened.

c. He was helpful, supportive, and encouraging.

d. He was tough on crime and anxious to punish the offenders.

3. Many people did not agree with how Giuliani worked as mayor of New York City, but what fact from the passage indicates that many people must have liked him?

a. He was a lawyer at the Justice Department.

b. He was made an Honorary Knight by the Queen of England.

c. He was elected to serve at the United Nations

d. He was elected to serve two terms as mayor.

Answer 1

1. The meaning of the word “turmoil” as it was used in the passage is “a. mayhem.”

2. After reading the article, an assumption that can be made about the role that Giuliani played during the time following the attacks on New York is that “c. He was helpful, supportive, and encouraging.”

3. A fact from the passage that indicates that many people must have liked Giuliani as mayor of New York City is that “d. He was elected to serve two terms as mayor.”

Answer 2

Review Part B:

1. a. mayhem

2. c. He was helpful, supportive, and encouraging.

3. d. He was elected to serve two terms as mayor.

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