Patricia Va A California
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What country does Patricia live in?
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Guatemala
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Panama
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Mexico
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Spain
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United States
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This quiz, based on 'Patricia Va A California,' assesses understanding of Guatemalan culture, family dynamics, and social issues through the interactions of Patricia and Debbie. It highlights cultural appreciation and the socio-economic context of Guatemala.
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It is difficult in the US for Patricia because ...
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She speaks little English
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She is poor
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She is ugly
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She is a girl
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She is mean
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A. She speaks little EnglishExplanation
The correct answer is that it is difficult for Patricia in the US because she speaks little English. This suggests that language barrier is causing challenges for her in various aspects of her life, such as communication, finding employment, or integrating into the society.Rate this question:
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Patricia gets mad when someone calls her a ...
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Mexican
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Loser
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Jerk
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Guatemama
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Hypocrite
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A. MexicanExplanation
The given answer suggests that Patricia gets mad when someone calls her a Mexican. This implies that Patricia may find it offensive or derogatory to be referred to by her nationality in a disrespectful manner. It is important to be respectful and considerate towards others' identities and avoid using derogatory terms.Rate this question:
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Where does Debbie want to visit?
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Guatemala
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Mexico
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Ventura
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Estados Unidos
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País
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A. GuatemalaExplanation
Debbie wants to visit Guatemala.Rate this question:
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A man trying to rob Debbie runs away because ...
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Patricia says she will call the police
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Debbie calls the police
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Patricia has a gun
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The police show up
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Lisa and Diane chase him
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A. Patricia says she will call the policeExplanation
The man trying to rob Debbie runs away because Patricia threatens to call the police. This indicates that the man is afraid of getting caught by the authorities and decides to flee to avoid any potential consequences.Rate this question:
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How much does Patricia's father make in a month?
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$400
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$100
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$1,000
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$2,000
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$4,000
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A. $400 -
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What geographic feature is located near her town?
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A lake
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The ocean
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A hot spring
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A desert
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A canyon
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A. A lakeExplanation
The correct answer is A lake. This suggests that the geographic feature located near her town is a lake. A lake is a large body of water surrounded by land. It is typically smaller than an ocean and is often found inland. Lakes can provide recreational activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing, and they also serve as a water source for nearby communities.Rate this question:
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Debbie does not meet Patricia's dad when she arrives because he is ...
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In Guatemala City
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At the store
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In jail
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Dead
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In the United States
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A. In Guatemala CityExplanation
Debbie does not meet Patricia's dad when she arrives because he is in Guatemala City.Rate this question:
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Where is the party that Patricia and Diane go to?
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Debbie's house
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The house of some random student
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The public pool
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The school
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Diane's house
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A. Debbie's houseExplanation
The correct answer is Debbie's house. Patricia and Diane go to Debbie's house for the party.Rate this question:
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How does Patricia get to school?
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She walks
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She rides a bus
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Her mom drives her
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She rides with a friend
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She does not go to school
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A. She walksExplanation
Patricia gets to school by walking. This means that she uses her own two feet to travel from her home to the school. She does not rely on any other mode of transportation such as a bus, car, or riding with a friend. Walking is a common and simple way for students to commute to school, especially if the distance is manageable and there are no other available options for transportation.Rate this question:
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Patricia's family eats a lot of ...
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Beans
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Steak
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Guacamole
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Turkey
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Goat
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A. BeansExplanation
The correct answer is beans because the question states that Patricia's family eats a lot of something, and out of the given options, beans are the most commonly consumed food item.Rate this question:
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In the area where Patricia lives many kids do not ...
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Go to school
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Work
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Speak Spanish
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Live with their families
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Sleep
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A. Go to schoolExplanation
The correct answer is "go to school" because the question states that in the area where Patricia lives, many kids do not go to school. This implies that there is a significant number of children who are not attending school in that particular area.Rate this question:
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Who is Patricia sharing a bedroom with?
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No one
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Lisa
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Diane
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Both girls
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The dog
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A. No oneExplanation
Patricia is sharing a bedroom with no one. This means that she does not have a roommate or anyone else occupying the same bedroom as her.Rate this question:
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How many people are in Patricia's American family (not including Patricia)?
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4
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2
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3
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5
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6
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A. 4Explanation
The correct answer is 4 because the question asks for the number of people in Patricia's American family excluding Patricia herself. Therefore, there are four people in Patricia's American family.Rate this question:
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There is a Guatemalan boy in Patricia's ____ class.
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English
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Spanish
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PE
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Religion
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Math
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A. EnglishExplanation
The correct answer is English because the sentence states that there is a Guatemalan boy in Patricia's class, and the options given are different subjects. Since English is a subject that is commonly taught in schools, it is likely that the Guatemalan boy is in Patricia's English class.Rate this question:
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There is a room in her American house just for ...
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The father to work
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Doing homework
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Playing games
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Reading
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The cat
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A. The father to workExplanation
The correct answer is "the father to work" because the sentence suggests that there is a specific room in the American house dedicated for a particular activity. Among the given options, only "the father to work" fits this context. It implies that the room is exclusively used by the father for his work-related tasks.Rate this question:
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How much does Patricia's family have to pay for her trip?
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$400
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$100
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$200
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$1,000
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Nothing
Correct Answer
A. $400Explanation
Patricia's family has to pay $400 for her trip. This can be inferred from the given options where $400 is the only amount mentioned.Rate this question:
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A private school is called a ...
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Colegio
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Escuela
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Pimiento
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Pagar
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Almuerzo
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A. ColegioExplanation
In Spanish, the word "colegio" refers to a private school. This term is commonly used to describe educational institutions that are privately funded and often have a more exclusive or elite status compared to public schools. Therefore, "colegio" is the correct answer in this context.Rate this question:
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Debbie tells Patricia she was mean to her because ...
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She has problems with her family
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She does not like Mexicans
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She almost got robbed
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She is a mean person
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She has no friends
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A. She has problems with her familyExplanation
The correct answer suggests that Debbie was mean to Patricia because she has problems with her family. This implies that Debbie's personal issues with her family might have caused her to take out her frustrations on Patricia.Rate this question:
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Patricia thinks that she needs ____ class all day long.
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English
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Spanish
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History
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PE
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Math
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A. EnglishExplanation
Patricia thinks that she needs English class all day long because she believes that English is the most important subject or that she struggles the most in English and needs extra time to improve her skills.Rate this question:
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Patricia is afraid of ____ class?
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Math
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Spanish
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PE
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Cooking
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Gender Studies
Correct Answer
A. MathExplanation
Patricia is afraid of math class.Rate this question:
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What is Tolimán?
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A volcano
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A city
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A lake
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Food
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Money
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A. A volcanoExplanation
Tolimán is a volcano. It is not a city, lake, food, or money.Rate this question:
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Debbie appreciates the gifts that her Guatemalan friends give her because everyone is so ...
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Poor
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Creative
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Different from California
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Pretty
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Happy
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A. PoorExplanation
Debbie appreciates the gifts that her Guatemalan friends give her because everyone is so poor. This suggests that the reason for her appreciation is the economic situation of her friends. They may not have much to give, but they still choose to give her gifts, which makes her appreciate their generosity even more.Rate this question:
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Who is at the Los Angeles airport to pick up Patricia?
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Two girls
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A strange man
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A taxi driver
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No one
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A man and a woman
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A. Two girlsExplanation
Two girls are at the Los Angeles airport to pick up Patricia. This suggests that Patricia may have arranged for two friends or acquaintances to meet her at the airport. It is possible that Patricia asked these girls to pick her up as a favor or because they were already planning to be in the area. Without further context, it is unclear why exactly these two girls are there to pick up Patricia, but it can be inferred that they have some sort of relationship or connection with her.Rate this question:
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Mosh is a type of ...
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Oatmeal
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Rice
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Fruit
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Beans
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Pig
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A. OatmealExplanation
Mosh is a type of oatmeal.Rate this question:
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The time difference between Guatemala and Los Angeles is ...
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1 hour
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2 hours
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3 hours
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4 hours
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5 hours
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A. 1 hourExplanation
The time difference between Guatemala and Los Angeles is 1 hour. This means that Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Guatemala. For example, if it is 12:00 PM in Guatemala, it would be 11:00 AM in Los Angeles.Rate this question:
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Who meets Patricia at the airport in Guatemala City?
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Her father
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Her friend Sara
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Her brother
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Her grandparents
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No one
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A. Her fatherExplanation
Patricia is met by her father at the airport in Guatemala City.Rate this question:
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Each morning Patricia buys ...
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Tortillas
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Tacos
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Beef
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Vegetables
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Fruit
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A. TortillasExplanation
The given answer "tortillas" is the correct answer because the question states that Patricia buys something each morning. Among the options provided, tortillas are the only item that is commonly purchased on a daily basis. Tacos, beef, vegetables, and fruit are not typically bought every morning.Rate this question:
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Who meets Debbie when she gets off of the plane in Guatemala?
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Just Patricia
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The whole family
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A taxi driver
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Panajachel
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No one
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A. Just PatriciaExplanation
When Debbie gets off the plane in Guatemala, she only meets Patricia. This suggests that Patricia is the only person who is there to receive her at the airport. The other options, such as the whole family, a taxi driver, Panajachel, or no one, are not mentioned in the given information and therefore cannot be considered as the correct answer.Rate this question:
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When Patricia gets on the plane to go home she is ...
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Sad
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Happy
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Excited
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Mad
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Scared
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A. SadExplanation
The correct answer is "sad" because the question states that Patricia is getting on the plane to go home. Typically, people are sad when they are leaving a place or situation that they have enjoyed or when they are saying goodbye to loved ones. Therefore, it can be inferred that Patricia is feeling sad about leaving her current location or the people she has been with.Rate this question:
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Who tells Patricia about the opportunity to go to the US?
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Her English teacher
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Her Spanish teacher
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Her principal
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Her friend
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Her parents
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A. Her English teacherExplanation
Patricia is informed about the opportunity to go to the US by her English teacher.Rate this question:
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What time does school start for Patricia?
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7:30
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7:00
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8:00
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8:30
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6:30
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A. 7:30Explanation
The correct answer is 7:30 because it is the specific time mentioned for when school starts for Patricia.Rate this question:
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How does she get to the Los Angeles airport?
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Her American family drives her
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Taxi
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Bus
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She walks
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Debbie drives her
Correct Answer
A. Her American family drives herExplanation
The correct answer is "Her American family drives her." This suggests that she relies on her family members to provide transportation and they drive her to the Los Angeles airport.Rate this question:
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Why did everyone go to the gym on Friday?
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For a pep rally
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For a football game
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For gym class
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To celebrate a holiday
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Because a cougar is loose on campus
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A. For a pep rallyExplanation
Everyone went to the gym on Friday for a pep rally. A pep rally is a gathering where students come together to show support and enthusiasm for their school, usually before a big event like a sports game. Going to the gym for a pep rally suggests that there was a special event or occasion happening at the school that day, which attracted everyone to gather and cheer for their team or school.Rate this question:
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The day Debbie arrives Patricia's mom is outside ...
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Washing clothes
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Making clothes
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Making food
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Cleaning the yard
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Tending the garden
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A. Washing clothesExplanation
On the day Debbie arrives, Patricia's mom is outside washing clothes. This can be inferred from the statement that Patricia's mom is outside and the fact that she is washing clothes. The other options, making clothes, making food, cleaning the yard, and tending the garden, are not mentioned in the given information. Therefore, the correct answer is washing clothes.Rate this question:
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While she is flying home Patricia thinks about ...
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Her trip to California
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Seeing her family again
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The plane
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A cute boy
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Guatemala
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A. Her trip to CaliforniaExplanation
Patricia is flying home, so it is natural for her to think about her trip to California. This suggests that she had just visited California and her trip had left an impact on her. The other options, such as seeing her family again, the plane, a cute boy, and Guatemala, may not be directly related to her current situation or may not be the primary focus of her thoughts while flying home.Rate this question:
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How long does she want to stay when she visits?
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One month
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One week
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Two months
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Three weeks
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One year
Correct Answer
A. One monthExplanation
The correct answer is "One month." This implies that when she visits, she wants to stay for a duration of one month.Rate this question:
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After the botched robbery Patricia goes ...
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Home with Debbie
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Home with Lisa and Diane
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To school
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Back to Guatemala
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To a party
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A. Home with DebbieExplanation
After the botched robbery, Patricia chooses to go home with Debbie. This suggests that Debbie is someone Patricia trusts and feels safe with, and she likely wants to seek comfort and support from her after the failed robbery. It is possible that Debbie is a close friend or family member who can provide emotional support in this difficult situation.Rate this question:
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Ventura High won the football game by ...
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1 point
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2 points
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3 points
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6 points
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10 points
Correct Answer
A. 1 pointExplanation
Ventura High won the football game by 1 point. This means that they scored one more point than their opponent, resulting in a victory.Rate this question:
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How long will Patricia be in the US?
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One semester
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One year
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One month
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Two months
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Eight months
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A. One semesterExplanation
Patricia will be in the US for one semester. This implies that she will stay for a specific academic term, which typically lasts around four to six months. This duration aligns with the definition of a semester, making it the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Native Americans in Patricia's country use a lot of their money to buy ...
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Food
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Clothes
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Farm equipment
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Gas
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Land
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A. FoodExplanation
Native Americans in Patricia's country use a lot of their money to buy food because it is a basic necessity for survival. Food is essential for their daily sustenance and nourishment. It is a fundamental part of their culture and traditional way of life. Additionally, Native American communities often have limited access to grocery stores or face food insecurity, making it necessary for them to allocate a significant portion of their income towards purchasing food.Rate this question:
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What does Debbie tell her family that she likes about the Guatemalan people?
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Their clothes
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Their women
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Their food
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Their music
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Their children
Correct Answer
A. Their clothesExplanation
Debbie tells her family that she likes the clothes of the Guatemalan people.Rate this question:
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How many classes does Patricia have at her new school?
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5
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3
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4
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6
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7
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A. 5Explanation
Patricia has 5 classes at her new school. This is indicated by the answer choice "5" being selected as the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Patricia notices that the refrigerator ...
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Makes cold water
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Makes ice
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Is very big
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Is very old
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Is white
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A. Makes cold waterExplanation
The correct answer is "makes cold water" because the question is asking about what Patricia notices about the refrigerator. Out of all the options given, the only one that relates to the refrigerator's function is "makes cold water." This suggests that Patricia has observed that the refrigerator has a feature that allows it to produce cold water.Rate this question:
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How many people are in Patricia's family (including Patricia)?
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7
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3
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4
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5
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6
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A. 7Explanation
The correct answer is 7 because the question asks for the number of people in Patricia's family, including Patricia herself. Since Patricia is part of her own family, she should be counted as one of the people, making the total number of people in her family 7.Rate this question:
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How does Patricia get to Guatemala City?
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Bus
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Taxi
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Airplane
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Her family drives her
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A friend drives her
Correct Answer
A. BusExplanation
Patricia gets to Guatemala City by taking a bus.Rate this question:
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It rains a lot in Patricia's country during the ...
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Winter
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Spring
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Summer
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Fall
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Dry season
Correct Answer
A. WinterExplanation
In Patricia's country, it rains a lot during the winter.Rate this question:
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Debbie and Patricia arrive at Patricia's house ...
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On foot
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In a taxi
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In a bus
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On a train
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In the family's car
Correct Answer
A. On footExplanation
Debbie and Patricia arrived at Patricia's house "on foot" means they walked to Patricia's house instead of using any other means of transportation like a taxi, bus, train, or the family's car.Rate this question:
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