Parrot In The Oven

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1. Who is manny's little sister?

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The correct answer is "pedi" because it is stated in the question that Manny has a little sister. Out of the given options, "pedi" is the only one that could potentially be a little sister. The other options, "victor" and "manny junior," do not indicate a sibling relationship.

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This quiz, based on the book 'Parrot in the Oven', assesses understanding of the story's characters and plot elements. It evaluates comprehension and retention, focusing on key details about Manny and his family's life.

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2. Manny's sister is named Magda

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The given statement states that Manny's sister is named Magda. Since there is no contradictory information provided, it can be assumed that the statement is true.

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3. Manny's father has a drinking problem

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The given statement suggests that Manny's father has a drinking problem. This implies that Manny's father likely struggles with alcohol abuse or addiction, which can have negative effects on his personal life, relationships, and overall well-being.

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4. Bernardo is manny's brother

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The given statement indicates that Bernardo is Manny's brother. Since there is no additional information provided to suggest otherwise, we can assume that the statement is true.

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5. Manny is mean to kids he meets

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The given statement states that Manny is mean to kids he meets. However, the correct answer is False, which implies that Manny is not mean to kids he meets.

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6. "Without work, I was as empty as a Coke bottle."

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The given sentence uses the phrase "as empty as a Coke bottle" to compare the feeling of being without work to the emptiness of a Coke bottle. This is an example of a simile, which is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words "like" or "as". Similes are used to create vivid imagery and make comparisons more relatable and understandable for the reader.

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7. What does manny's father think manny's sister is too young to do?

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Manny's father thinks that Manny's sister is too young to go on a date.

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8. Manny's father owns a gun

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The given statement implies that Manny's father is the owner of a gun. This means that the statement is true.

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9. "...his ankle swelled blue and tender like a ripened plum."

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The given sentence is an example of a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words "like" or "as". In this case, the author is comparing the swollen ankle to a ripened plum, emphasizing the color and tenderness of the swelling. The use of the word "like" indicates that it is a simile.

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10. Who is manny's brothers's  nicknamename?

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The given question is asking for the nickname of Manny's brother. The correct answer is "'nardo." This suggests that Manny's brother is commonly referred to as "'nardo."

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11. What happens to the dad that makes him more proactive?

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The correct answer is that the dad is arrested. This event likely prompts him to become more proactive in order to address the situation and potentially clear his name. Being arrested can be a traumatic experience that forces individuals to take action and seek justice or prove their innocence. It can serve as a wake-up call, motivating the dad to become more proactive in his own defense and in navigating the legal system.

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12. What member of the family has a drinking problem?

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Based on the given options, the correct answer is the father. This suggests that among the family members mentioned, it is the father who has a drinking problem.

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13. Manny's mother has a drinking problem

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The given statement suggests that Manny's mother has a drinking problem. However, the correct answer is False, indicating that Manny's mother does not have a drinking problem.

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14. Manny has a girlfriend

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The statement "manny has a girlfriend" is given, and the answer is False. This means that the statement is not true, indicating that Manny does not have a girlfriend.

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15. Manny's mother likes to clean

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The given statement states that Manny's mother likes to clean. Since there is no contradictory information provided, we can assume that the statement is true.

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16. Manny is very shy around woman

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The given statement suggests that Manny is shy around women. This means that he feels uncomfortable or nervous when interacting with women. This could be due to various reasons such as lack of confidence, social anxiety, or past experiences. Being shy around women can affect his ability to form relationships or engage in social situations involving women. Therefore, the correct answer is True, indicating that Manny is indeed shy around women.

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17. What did the father try to do the mother

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18. What does manny's mother think his sister did while she was away?

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19. What do manny and his brother do to get money in the beggening of the book?

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In the beginning of the book, Manny and his brother pick chili peppers to earn money. This suggests that they engage in manual labor and work in the fields to make a living. Picking chili peppers is a common job in agricultural communities and can be physically demanding. This activity also hints at the characters' determination and willingness to work hard for their financial needs.

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20. 21-30: identify the figurative language in the sentences and write metaphor, simile, hyperbole, or personifacation, there can be more than one answer.
"The sun was a spot of dried blood on the rim of the horizon when Grandma waved at the  cherry tree with her finger" 

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In this sentence, the sun is being compared to a spot of dried blood on the rim of the horizon. This is a metaphor because it directly states that the sun is the spot of dried blood, without using "like" or "as" to make the comparison.

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21. Manny gets a ride home from who?

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Manny gets a ride home from Mr. Hart.

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22. Who is the captain of this team?

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The correct answer is lencho because it is the only option that matches the question and is a valid name for a team captain.

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23. What tragic thing happens to the family 

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The tragic thing that happens to the family is that the grandma dies.

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24. Manny tries to go to a nicer school than the on ehe is going to.

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The given statement suggests that Manny is attempting to transfer to a better school than the one he currently attends. This implies that he is not satisfied with his current school and wants to switch to a school that offers a higher quality education or better opportunities. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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25. Manny's father was wrongily arrested

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The given statement states that Manny's father was wrongly arrested. The correct answer is False, which means that Manny's father was not wrongly arrested.

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26. What hapened at they chili fields?

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The correct answer is that the immigration officers came. This suggests that there was likely an incident or event at the chili fields that required the presence of immigration officers. It is unclear what specifically happened, but their arrival indicates that there may have been an issue related to immigration or the presence of unauthorized individuals at the chili fields.

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27. The harnandez's have lots of money

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The given statement is "The harnandez's have lots of money." The correct answer is "False." This means that the harnandez's do not have lots of money.

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28. "The sun was bright as an egg yolk leaking an orange finger across a porcelain plate" 

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The given sentence is an example of a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things using the words "like" or "as." In this case, the sun is being compared to an egg yolk leaking an orange finger across a porcelain plate. The comparison helps to create a vivid image in the reader's mind and adds descriptive detail to the sentence.

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29. What does manny think he did with his father's rifle?

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Manny believes that he shot his sister with his father's rifle.

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30. Who is good at persuasion

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The correct answer is "lincho" because it is the only option that is spelled correctly. The other options, "linchy" and "lycnhy," are misspelled variations of the correct answer. Since the question is asking who is good at persuasion, it is important to choose the option that is spelled correctly to ensure accuracy.

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31. Manny's mother has a job

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The given statement is "Manny's mother has a job" and the correct answer is False. This means that Manny's mother does not have a job.

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32. "She had about a million freckles and enough wire to run a toy train over."

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The sentence uses hyperbole by exaggerating the number of freckles she has, implying that she has an excessive amount. It also uses personification by attributing the ability to run a toy train to the wire, giving it human-like qualities.

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33. Who is manny's best friend

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The given correct answer for the question "who is Manny's best friend" is Albert.

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34. Manny goes to visit his..

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Manny goes to visit his grandma.

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35. How does manny's sister react when her mother lectured her about what she thought she did?

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The correct answer suggests that Manny's sister reacts to her mother's lecture by exploding at her figuratively. This means that she reacts with anger or frustration, possibly expressing her feelings in a strong and intense manner, although not necessarily physically. This implies that she may have a strong emotional response to her mother's lecture, indicating that she may not agree with her mother's perspective or feel unfairly criticized.

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36. What country are the Hernandez's from

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The Hernandez's are from Mexico.

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37. Manny runs from the green vans

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The statement "Manny runs from the green vans" is not necessarily true or false based on the given information. It does not provide any context or additional details to determine whether Manny actually runs from the green vans or not. Therefore, the correct answer cannot be determined from the given statement alone.

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38. Manny's father doesnt speak english

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The given statement suggests that Manny's father does not speak English. However, the correct answer is False, which means that Manny's father does speak English.

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39. How old is manny at the beggening of the book

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At the beginning of the book, Manny is 14 years old.

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40. How much money is given to Manny for school supplies

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Manny is given $20 for school supplies.

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41. Manny and his family are illegal immagrants

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The given statement suggests that Manny and his family are illegal immigrants. However, since the answer is False, it implies that Manny and his family are not illegal immigrants.

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42. What was one of manny's brother's previous jobs?

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Manny's brother's previous job was a busboy.

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43. What happened to Manny's best friend when he played on the ****** team

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Manny's best friend experienced a loss when he played on the ****** team. This means that the team he was a part of did not emerge as the winner in the game or competition they participated in.

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44. Who confronts Manny at the bus stop?

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The correct answer is Mr. Hart because he is the one who confronts Manny at the bus stop.

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45. What is the expression used for day laborers at the chili fields that worked hard?

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The term "wet backs" is an offensive and derogatory expression used to refer to day laborers who work in chili fields and are perceived to work hard. The term is considered derogatory because it is based on a racial slur and implies that these laborers are illegal immigrants who have crossed the border by swimming across the Rio Grande River. The use of such language is disrespectful and dehumanizing towards the individuals it is meant to describe.

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46. What happened manny's best friend?

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The correct answer is "he got beat up". This suggests that Manny's best friend was physically assaulted or attacked by someone.

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47. "Thoughts came like damp, echoing coughs, and the air felt empty. I sort of began to feel like no  gravity was holding me, and I was spiraling down a long, black tunnel" 

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The given passage uses a simile to describe the thoughts that came to the speaker. It compares the thoughts to damp, echoing coughs, emphasizing their heaviness and emptiness. The second part of the simile describes the feeling of the speaker, as if they were spiraling down a long, black tunnel. This comparison helps to create a vivid and dramatic image in the reader's mind, enhancing the emotional impact of the passage.

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48. What was manny's fathers job?

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Manny's father's job was a Spanish translator.

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49. What is bernardo's "six sense" ?

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Bernardo's "six sense" refers to his ability to predict when something bad is going to happen. This implies that he has an intuitive sense or premonition about impending negative events.

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50. Who beats up manny in the beggening of the book?

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In the beginning of the book, Manny is beaten up by the Garcias.

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51. What hobby did Manny's father play at the bar?

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Manny's father played pool at the bar as a hobby.

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52. "...as if trying to lift there roots and hustle away from the traffic."

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The given sentence uses personification to give human qualities to non-human objects. The phrase "trying to lift their roots and hustle away from the traffic" suggests that the objects (presumably trees) are making an effort to move away from the busy traffic, which is not something that trees can actually do. This personification helps to create a vivid image and adds depth to the description.

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53. Manny's father has a job

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The question states that Manny's father has a job, and the correct answer is False. This means that Manny's father does not have a job.

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54. Who in the family has a job

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Based on the given options, the correct answer is manny's sister. This implies that among the family members mentioned, manny's sister is the one who has a job.

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55. How does chico do at this sport that Manny's best friend plays?

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Chico does not perform well in the sport that Manny's best friend plays as he loses the games.

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56. Were was Manny born?

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Manny was born in America.

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57. "..and cold beer, really cold, in big barrels chocking with ice."

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The given sentence uses the phrase "big barrels chocking with ice" to describe the cold beer. This is a metaphor because it is comparing the beer to big barrels filled with ice, emphasizing the extreme coldness of the beer. Metaphors are figures of speech that make comparisons between two unrelated things to create vivid imagery and convey a deeper meaning.

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58. Who is the enemy of the sports team manny's best friend is on

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The correct answer is "Boise" because the question asks about the enemy of the sports team that Manny's best friend is on. The name "Boise" is the only option provided that could potentially be the name of a sports team's enemy. Therefore, "Boise" is the most logical answer.

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59. Who was the other person to join the ***** team at school with Manny's friend?

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The other person to join the ***** team at school with Manny's friend is Chico.

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60. What sport does manny's best friend join the team of

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Manny's best friend joins the team of boxing.

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61. Manny has a job

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The given statement states that Manny has a job. The correct answer is "False" because there is no evidence or information provided in the statement to support the claim that Manny has a job.

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62. "...with my can of lungless chili peppers."

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The phrase "with my can of lungless chili peppers" is an example of hyperbole. Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggeration for emphasis or dramatic effect. In this case, the speaker is using hyperbole to emphasize the absurdity or impossibility of having chili peppers without lungs, creating a humorous or exaggerated image in the reader's mind.

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63. Where is the setting of the book?

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64. Manny's father doesnt like Bernard

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The given statement suggests that Manny's father has a dislike towards Bernard. Based on this information, we can conclude that the correct answer is True.

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65. What is manny's sisters occupation?

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Manny's sister's occupation is a dry cleaner.

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66. What did manny's mother come out wearing when manny's father tried to ******** her?

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67. Who is manny's neighbor>?

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The correct answer is Sophie because she is mentioned as Manny's neighbor in the question.

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68. Manny is 15 when the book starts

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The given statement states that Manny is 15 when the book starts. However, since the answer is False, it implies that Manny is not 15 when the book starts. Therefore, the correct answer suggests that Manny's age at the beginning of the book is different from 15.

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69. Where does manny's sister go when she leaves manny home alone with pedi?

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Manny's sister goes to the maple grove when she leaves Manny home alone with Pedi.

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70. What does manny's sister comes back after leaving manny with pedi...

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Manny's sister comes back after leaving Manny with frizzy hair. This suggests that something happened to her or she went through a situation that caused her hair to become frizzy. The other options, such as having a cut or her clothes on wrong, do not provide a reason for her return, whereas frizzy hair implies a change in her appearance and suggests a possible explanation for her sudden return.

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71. For the next 50 question, pick the correct choice. who is manny's sister?

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Manny's sister is Magda.

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72. "..a sweet hurt blossomed in my stomach whenever I thought about it."

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The phrase "a sweet hurt blossomed in my stomach" is an example of personification because it gives human qualities (blossoming) to a non-human entity (hurt). Additionally, it is also an example of hyperbole because it exaggerates the intensity of the feeling by describing it as both sweet and painful.

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73. According to manny' what brought prosperity to his grandmas garden?

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Manny believes that his grandpa is the reason behind the prosperity in his grandma's garden. This suggests that his grandpa played a significant role in taking care of the garden and ensuring its success. His involvement and expertise in gardening likely contributed to the garden's prosperity.

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74. How does manny's father describe manny's face?

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Manny's father describes Manny's face as something that would look handsome on a horse. This implies that Manny's face is strong, majestic, and attractive, similar to the features that are often associated with a horse. The comparison suggests that Manny's face has a certain charm and appeal that is remarkable and noteworthy, just like the face of a handsome horse.

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75. What does manny's father yell at the garcias as he passes by?

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Manny's father yells at the Garcias, asking if they are making their girlfriends work for them. This suggests that Manny's father is making a sarcastic comment about the Garcias not having girlfriends and implying that they are lazy or dependent on others. He is insinuating that the Garcias do not have the ability to attract or maintain romantic relationships. Additionally, he may be criticizing their work ethic or suggesting that they rely on others, possibly implying that they are not independent or self-sufficient.

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76. How many jobs has Manny's brother lost?

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Manny's brother has lost 4 jobs.

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77. What does manny think stopped the prosperity of the garden at there grandmas?

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Manny believes that construction is the reason behind the decline in the prosperity of the garden at their grandma's place. This implies that the construction activities have negatively impacted the garden, possibly by causing damage to the plants or disrupting the natural environment.

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78. What history is Manny's history teacher interested in the most?

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Manny's history teacher is most interested in the civil war.

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79. What did manny have to do to get home from school?

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Manny had to get a ride home from school. This implies that he did not have his own means of transportation or was unable to walk or take the bus. Getting a ride suggests that someone else, such as a family member or friend, provided him with transportation.

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80. What is manny's brother tell manny not to get?

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Manny's brother advises him not to get braces. This suggests that Manny may be considering getting braces, but his brother believes that it is not necessary or not a good idea for him. The reason behind this advice could be various, such as the brother's personal experience with braces or his concern about the potential discomfort or inconvenience they may cause.

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Who is manny's little sister?
Manny's sister is named Magda
Manny's father has a drinking problem
Bernardo is manny's brother
Manny is mean to kids he meets
"Without work, I was as empty as a Coke bottle."
What does manny's father think manny's sister is too young to...
Manny's father owns a gun
"...his ankle swelled blue and tender like a ripened plum."
Who is manny's brothers's  nicknamename?
What happens to the dad that makes him more proactive?
What member of the family has a drinking problem?
Manny's mother has a drinking problem
Manny has a girlfriend
Manny's mother likes to clean
Manny is very shy around woman
What did the father try to do the mother
What does manny's mother think his sister did while she was away?
What do manny and his brother do to get money in the beggening of the...
21-30: identify the figurative language in the sentences and write...
Manny gets a ride home from who?
Who is the captain of this team?
What tragic thing happens to the family 
Manny tries to go to a nicer school than the on ehe is going to.
Manny's father was wrongily arrested
What hapened at they chili fields?
The harnandez's have lots of money
"The sun was bright as an egg yolk leaking an orange finger across a...
What does manny think he did with his father's rifle?
Who is good at persuasion
Manny's mother has a job
"She had about a million freckles and enough wire to run a toy...
Who is manny's best friend
Manny goes to visit his..
How does manny's sister react when her mother lectured her about...
What country are the Hernandez's from
Manny runs from the green vans
Manny's father doesnt speak english
How old is manny at the beggening of the book
How much money is given to Manny for school supplies
Manny and his family are illegal immagrants
What was one of manny's brother's previous jobs?
What happened to Manny's best friend when he played on the ******...
Who confronts Manny at the bus stop?
What is the expression used for day laborers at the chili fields that...
What happened manny's best friend?
"Thoughts came like damp, echoing coughs, and the air felt empty. I...
What was manny's fathers job?
What is bernardo's "six sense" ?
Who beats up manny in the beggening of the book?
What hobby did Manny's father play at the bar?
"...as if trying to lift there roots and hustle away from the...
Manny's father has a job
Who in the family has a job
How does chico do at this sport that Manny's best friend plays?
Were was Manny born?
"..and cold beer, really cold, in big barrels chocking with...
Who is the enemy of the sports team manny's best friend is on
Who was the other person to join the ***** team at school with...
What sport does manny's best friend join the team of
Manny has a job
"...with my can of lungless chili peppers."
Where is the setting of the book?
Manny's father doesnt like Bernard
What is manny's sisters occupation?
What did manny's mother come out wearing when manny's father...
Who is manny's neighbor>?
Manny is 15 when the book starts
Where does manny's sister go when she leaves manny home alone with...
What does manny's sister comes back after leaving manny with...
For the next 50 question, pick the correct choice....
"..a sweet hurt blossomed in my stomach whenever I thought about...
According to manny' what brought prosperity to his grandmas...
How does manny's father describe manny's face?
What does manny's father yell at the garcias as he passes by?
How many jobs has Manny's brother lost?
What does manny think stopped the prosperity of the garden at there...
What history is Manny's history teacher interested in the most?
What did manny have to do to get home from school?
What is manny's brother tell manny not to get?
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