Have You Read The Short Story Ysrael?

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    Where does the story take place? 

    • Barbados
    • Mexico
    • Haiti
    • Dominican Republic
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A story "Ysrael" by Junot Diaz should be a must to read when growing up. This short story will teach you that it's okay to be different and that's not okay to show jealousy. So, have you read "Ysrael"? Show us what you know about this story!

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  • 2. 
    How old is Yunior? - ProProfs

    How old is Yunior?

    • 10

    • 9

    • 8

    • 6

    Correct Answer
    A. 9
    Explanation
    Yunior's age is indicated by the number 9.

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  • 3. 
    What's Yunior's brother's name?  - ProProfs

    What's Yunior's brother's name? 

    • Juan

    • Hose

    • Rafa

    • Armando

    Correct Answer
    A. Rafa
    Explanation
    Yunior's brother's name is Rafa.

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  • 4. 
    Where does their mother work?  - ProProfs

    Where does their mother work? 

    • In a hotel as a maid

    • On a cotton field

    • In a chocolate factory

    • On a pineapple plantation

    Correct Answer
    A. In a chocolate factory
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "In a chocolate factory." This can be inferred from the given options, where the other choices (a hotel as a maid, on a cotton field, and on a pineapple plantation) do not mention anything related to work in a chocolate factory. Therefore, the most logical conclusion is that their mother works in a chocolate factory.

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  • 5. 
    How is Rafa when they're not in the countryside?  - ProProfs

    How is Rafa when they're not in the countryside? 

    • Angry and violent

    • Kind and gentle

    • Shy and smart

    • Funny and outgoing

    Correct Answer
    A. Angry and violent
    Explanation
    Rafa's behavior when they are not in the countryside is described as angry and violent. This suggests that Rafa's temperament changes when they are not in a peaceful and natural environment. It implies that Rafa may struggle with adapting to urban or crowded settings, leading to frustration and aggression.

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  • 6. 
    Who are the boys fascinated with?  - ProProfs

    Who are the boys fascinated with? 

    • An old man named Ysrael

    • A dog named Ysrael

    • A village named Ysrael

    • A boy named Ysrael

    Correct Answer
    A. A boy named Ysrael
    Explanation
    The boys are fascinated with a boy named Ysrael.

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  • 7. 
    Why does Ysrael wear a mask?  - ProProfs

    Why does Ysrael wear a mask? 

    • He lost his skin in a fire

    • He has some bad scars

    • He was born without some facial features

    • His face was partially eaten by a pig

    Correct Answer
    A. His face was partially eaten by a pig
    Explanation
    Ysrael wears a mask because his face was partially eaten by a pig. This incident caused severe damage to his facial features, making it necessary for him to cover his face with a mask.

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  • 8. 
    What does Ysrael do when the boys find him?  - ProProfs

    What does Ysrael do when the boys find him? 

    • He's milking a cow

    • He's fishing 

    • He flies a kite

    • He's feeding the hens

    Correct Answer
    A. He flies a kite
    Explanation
    When the boys find Ysrael, he is flying a kite.

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  • 9. 
    Why are the boys jealous of Ysrael?  - ProProfs

    Why are the boys jealous of Ysrael? 

    • Because Ysrael has a unique feature

    • Because their father doesn't send them things from New York like Ysrael's father does.

    • Because Ysrael has more money than the boys

    • Because everyone likes Ysrael and no one likes the boys

    Correct Answer
    A. Because their father doesn't send them things from New York like Ysrael's father does.
    Explanation
    The boys are jealous of Ysrael because their father doesn't send them things from New York like Ysrael's father does. This suggests that the boys feel left out and inferior because they are not receiving the same special treatment as Ysrael. They may feel neglected and resentful towards Ysrael for having a father who sends him gifts, while they do not have the same privilege. This explanation aligns with the theme of jealousy and the unequal treatment between the boys and Ysrael.

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  • 10. 
    What does Rafa do with a soda bottle?  - ProProfs

    What does Rafa do with a soda bottle? 

    • Smashes it over Ysrael's head

    • Shares it with his brother and Ysrael

    • Drinks it all by himself

    • Gives it to Ysrael to take it home

    Correct Answer
    A. Smashes it over Ysrael's head

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