The Bar Code Tattoo 2
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Chapter 5: What did Amber do for Kayla?
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She submitted a bar code application for her.
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She told Mfumbe that Kayla likes him.
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She told Kayla's mom that everything will be fine.
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The Bar Code Tattoo by Suzanne Weyn
ISBN 978-0-439-39562-5
Chapter 4-6 Quiz
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Chapter 5: What is happening with Amber's parents regarding the purchase of a new house?
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Their credit is perfect and soon they will be in their new home.
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Amber's dad bar code was rejected by the mortgage company.
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They haven't heard from the mortgage company in months.
Correct Answer
A. Amber's dad bar code was rejected by the mortgage company.Explanation
Amber's parents are facing an issue with the purchase of a new house because her dad's bar code was rejected by the mortgage company. This suggests that there was a problem with the financial or credit information provided by Amber's dad, which led to the rejection of their mortgage application. As a result, they are unable to proceed with the purchase of the new house.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: Did the football coach breakup the fight?
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No
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Yes
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A. YesExplanation
The answer is "Yes" because it implies that the football coach did indeed break up the fight.Rate this question:
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Chapter 5: Kayla's mother is stealing ____________________ from the hospital.
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Money
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Food
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Medication
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Bar codes
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A. MedicationExplanation
Kayla's mother is stealing medication from the hospital. This indicates that she is taking unauthorized possession of drugs or prescriptions meant for patients. Stealing medication can have serious consequences as it can lead to a shortage of essential drugs for patients who need them. It is important to address this issue promptly to ensure the safety and well-being of the patients and to prevent any further thefts.Rate this question:
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Chapter 6: Where did Kayla go looking for work?
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At the mall
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At an amusement park
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Artie's Art
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School
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A. Artie's ArtExplanation
Kayla went looking for work at Artie's Art.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: In the year 2025, states require you to use your bar code tattoo at all toll booths.
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True
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False
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A. TrueExplanation
The explanation for the correct answer "True" is that in the year 2025, according to the information provided in the chapter, states have made it mandatory for individuals to use their bar code tattoo at all toll booths. This implies that individuals will be required to have a bar code tattoo in order to pass through toll booths.Rate this question:
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Chapter 5: At the end of the chapter, there were gunshots coming from the ______________________.
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Bank
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School
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Post office
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Amber's house
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A. Post officeExplanation
In the given chapter, gunshots were heard coming from the post office.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: The company Global-1 owns AgroGlobal.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement in the question states that the company Global-1 owns AgroGlobal. Therefore, the correct answer is true.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: Did Mfumbe and Zekeal get into an argument with some high school football players for distribution of a magazine?
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Maybe
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Yes
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No
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A. YesExplanation
Mfumbe and Zekeal did get into an argument with some high school football players for distribution of a magazine.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: Was their president a founding member of Global-1?
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Yes
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No
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A. YesExplanation
The answer is "Yes" because the question asks if their president was a founding member of Global-1. Since the question does not provide any specific information about who "their" refers to, we can assume it is referring to the subject being discussed in Chapter 4. Therefore, based on the given information, we can conclude that their president was indeed a founding member of Global-1.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: Does Global-1 own all the food in the world?
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Yes
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No
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A. YesExplanation
The given answer is "Yes". However, without any additional context or information provided in the question, it is difficult to determine the specific reason behind this answer. It is possible that the question is asking whether Global-1, a hypothetical entity, owns all the food in the world, and the answer is "Yes" based on the assumption that Global-1 has control over all food production and distribution globally. Without further details, this explanation is speculative and may not accurately reflect the intended meaning of the question.Rate this question:
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Chapter 5: Who's birthday was on this day?
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Mfumbe
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Kayla's mother
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Amber
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Kayla
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A. KaylaExplanation
Kayla's birthday was on this day.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: What happened to Zekeal, Mfumbe, and Kayla after the coach broke up the fight?
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The students were suspended from school.
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The students were sent to the nurse.
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The students were sent to the Principal's Office.
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The students were sent to detention.
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A. The students were sent to the Principal's Office.Explanation
After the coach broke up the fight, Zekeal, Mfumbe, and Kayla were sent to the Principal's Office.Rate this question:
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Chapter 6: What state did Amber say her cousin Emily lived?
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California
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Arizona
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Utah
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Nevada
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A. NevadaExplanation
Amber stated that her cousin Emily lived in Nevada.Rate this question:
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Chapter 6: Did someone break into Kayla's house after she arrived from Artie's Art?
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Yes, the house was vandalized.
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Yes, someone stoled everything inside the house.
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No, it was her imagination.
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No, it was her mother who left the door open.
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A. No, it was her mother who left the door open.Explanation
The correct answer is "No, it was her mother who left the door open." This answer is supported by the information given in the question, which states that Kayla's house was broken into after she arrived from Artie's Art. The answer suggests that it was not a break-in or vandalism, but rather her mother who left the door open, implying that someone entered the house without breaking in.Rate this question:
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Chapter 6: What did Kayla have for dinner that night?
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Cookies and milk
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Cereal
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A burger and shake
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An egg and saltines
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Chapter 5: Did Mr. & Mrs. Thorn sell their home?
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No
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Yes
Correct Answer
A. YesExplanation
The correct answer is "Yes" because the question asks whether Mr. & Mrs. Thorn sold their home. Since the answer is "Yes," it implies that they did indeed sell their home.Rate this question:
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Chapter 5: Who was killed?
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Amber's Dad
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Kayla's mother
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Gene Drake
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Amber
Correct Answer
A. Gene Drake -
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Chapter 4: What is the name of their president?
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Loudon Waters
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Allyson Minor
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Mfumbe Taylor
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August Sanchez
Correct Answer
A. Loudon WatersExplanation
Loudon Waters is the correct answer for the name of their president.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: Was the coach also the science teacher?
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No
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Yes
Correct Answer
A. YesExplanation
The correct answer is "Yes" because the question is asking if the coach was also the science teacher. This implies that there is a possibility of the coach having a dual role as both a coach and a science teacher. Since the answer is "Yes," it means that the coach indeed held both positions.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: The Decode Campaign is ______________.
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To bar code everyone
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To lower the tattooing age
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A movement to elect a new Senator
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To control where and when the bar code can be used
Correct Answer
A. To control where and when the bar code can be usedExplanation
The Decode Campaign aims to control where and when the bar code can be used. This suggests that the campaign is focused on implementing regulations or restrictions on the usage of bar codes, possibly to ensure privacy, prevent misuse, or maintain security.Rate this question:
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Chapter 6: How much did Artie offer to pay Kayla an hour?
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$18 an hour
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$19 an hour
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$20 an hour
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$21 an hour
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A. $18 an hourExplanation
Artie offered to pay Kayla $18 an hour.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: What was the name of the coach?
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Coach Taylor
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Coach Duncan
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Coach Duggan
Correct Answer
A. Coach DugganExplanation
The correct answer is Coach Duggan.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: The company AgroGlobal owns Global-1.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
The statement "The company AgroGlobal owns Global-1" is false. It suggests that AgroGlobal is the owner of Global-1, but in reality, this is not the case.Rate this question:
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Chapter 5: The chapter starts with a big day. What day of the week is it?
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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A. SaturdayExplanation
The chapter starts with a big day, indicating that it is an important event or occasion. Since the options provided are days of the week, we can infer that the question is asking for the specific day on which the chapter begins. The correct answer is Saturday, as it is the only option that fits the description of a significant day.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: On page 37, Mfumbe says "You should have the freedom to travel without having your every move monitored by the government." In today's world, what item monitors your every move?
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Credit card
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Cell phone
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Both
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None
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A. BothExplanation
The correct answer is both. In today's world, both credit cards and cell phones have the capability to monitor our every move. Credit cards track our purchases and spending habits, providing valuable data to companies. On the other hand, cell phones have GPS technology that allows them to track our location at all times. This information can be used by various entities, including the government, to monitor our movements and activities. Therefore, both credit cards and cell phones can be considered as items that monitor our every move.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: Is their president a ______________________.
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Millionaire
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Zillionaire
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Billionaire
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None
Correct Answer
A. BillionaireExplanation
The given correct answer for this question is "billionaire". This suggests that the president of the group or organization being referred to is extremely wealthy, possessing a net worth of at least one billion dollars.Rate this question:
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Chapter 6: Amber and her family are now living _____________________.
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In a new house
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In a motel
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With an aunt in Nevada
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With friends across town
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A. In a motelExplanation
Amber and her family are currently residing in a motel.Rate this question:
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Chapter 4: Senator Young is trying to change the law by:
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No bar code tattoo
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Alternative means to the bar code
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Mandatory bar code tattoo
Correct Answer
A. Alternative means to the bar codeExplanation
Senator Young is attempting to modify the existing law by proposing an alternative solution to the bar code system. This suggests that he is not in favor of implementing mandatory bar code tattoos, but rather wants to explore other options that can serve as substitutes for the bar code.Rate this question:
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Chapter 6: Kayla's father died March 18, 2025. Gene died April 16, 2025. This is a time period of roughly ___________ days.
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27
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28
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29
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30
Correct Answer
A. 29Explanation
The time period between Kayla's father's death on March 18, 2025, and Gene's death on April 16, 2025, is approximately 29 days.Rate this question:
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