The Brave Pioneers of South Carolina
Questions:
5
Grade:
5
Words:
84
Long ago, adventurous explorers set their sights on a land we now call South Carolina. They braved the vast, wild ocean for the rich, fertile land and warm climate. They found abundant forests and rivers teeming with fish.
These explorers overcame challenges, built settlements, and planted crops. Their efforts laid the foundations for the cities and farms we know today. So, next time you enjoy South Carolina's beautiful landscapes or fresh produce, remember the brave explorers who came before us and shaped this land.
Question 1
What were the explorers attracted to in South Carolina?
A
Abundant forests and rivers with fish
Explanation. The text states that the explorers were attracted to the rich, fertile land, warm climate, forests, and rivers teeming with fish in South Carolina.
B
Desert landscapes
C
Snowy mountains
D
Dense urban areas
E
Large amusement parks
Question 2
Why do we owe to the brave explorers when we enjoy South Carolina's landscapes or fresh produce?
A
They overcame challenges, built settlements, and planted crops
Explanation. According to the text, the explorers overcame challenges, built settlements, and planted crops which laid the foundations for the cities and farms we know today.
B
They discovered gold mines
C
They set up schools and hospitals
D
They built skyscrapers
E
They introduced elephants
Question 3
What does the term 'fertile land' mean in the context of this text?
A
Land that is good for building houses
B
Land that is rich in minerals and suitable for growing crops
Explanation. In this context, 'fertile land' refers to land that is rich in nutrients and suitable for growing crops.
C
Land that is filled with wildlife
D
Land with many rivers
E
Land with many hills
Question 4
Which statement is true based on the text?
A
The explorers found South Carolina deserted and without any resources
B
The explorers were repelled by the harsh climate of South Carolina
C
The explorers found South Carolina's land fertile and climate warm
Explanation. The text clearly states that the explorers found South Carolina's land to be rich and fertile, with a warm climate.
D
The explorers were scared away by the abundant forests and rivers
E
The explorers set up major technology companies in South Carolina
Question 5
What did the brave explorers do upon reaching South Carolina?
A
They built settlements and planted crops
Explanation. The text mentions that upon reaching South Carolina, the explorers overcame challenges, built settlements, and planted crops.
B
They returned back to their homeland immediately
C
They began mining for gold
D
They set up trade routes with other countries
E
They started a tourism industry
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