Did You Read Pobre Ana Story?
Choose the most appropriate answer for each question.
- 1.
Ana has a lot of ...
- A.
Problems
- B.
Money
- C.
Clothes
- D.
Friends
- E.
Spanish-speaking friends
Correct Answer
A. ProblemsExplanation
Ana has a lot of problems. This suggests that Ana is facing numerous difficulties or challenges in her life. It could be related to various aspects such as personal, professional, or emotional issues that Ana is currently dealing with. The phrase "a lot of" emphasizes the magnitude or quantity of the problems, indicating that Ana's situation may be quite challenging or overwhelming.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How old is Ana?
- A.
15
- B.
11
- C.
13
- D.
14
- E.
16
Correct Answer
A. 15Explanation
Ana is 15 years old because the number 15 is the only option provided in the answer choices.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Ana's father is ...
- A.
A cook
- B.
A doctor
- C.
A teacher
- D.
Unemployed
- E.
A bus driver
Correct Answer
A. A cookExplanation
Ana's father being a cook suggests that he is someone who prepares meals professionally. This occupation involves expertise in culinary skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques. It implies that Ana's father may work in a restaurant, hotel, or any other food-related establishment. Being a cook also indicates that he is likely to have a passion for cooking and may enjoy experimenting with different flavors and recipes.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How many people are in Ana's family? (including Ana)
- A.
5
- B.
3
- C.
4
- D.
6
- E.
7
Correct Answer
A. 5Explanation
The correct answer is 5 because the question is asking for the total number of people in Ana's family, including Ana herself. Therefore, Ana plus her family members would equal 5.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What does Ana's mother do a lot?
- A.
Yell
- B.
Eat chocolate
- C.
Read
- D.
Eat apples
- E.
Buy clothese
Correct Answer
A. YellExplanation
Ana's mother yells a lot. This suggests that she frequently raises her voice or speaks loudly, possibly indicating that she has a habit of expressing anger, frustration, or giving commands in a loud manner.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How does Ana get to school?
- A.
School bus
- B.
Her car
- C.
Her mother drives her
- D.
Her friend Elsa
- E.
Her brother
Correct Answer
A. School busExplanation
Ana gets to school by taking the school bus.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Where does Ana buy her clothes?
- A.
Wal-Mart
- B.
Beverly Center
- C.
Nordstrom
- D.
Calvin Klein
- E.
West Torrance
Correct Answer
A. Wal-MartExplanation
Ana buys her clothes at Wal-Mart.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Where is Ana's yellow book?
- A.
Her bed
- B.
Her brother's room
- C.
School
- D.
The kitchen
- E.
Her car
Correct Answer
A. Her bedExplanation
Ana's yellow book is most likely in her bed because it is a personal item that she would likely keep close to her while she sleeps. It is common for people to keep books they are currently reading or frequently use in their bed for easy access and convenience.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who tells Ana about the opportunity to go to Mexico?
- A.
Her teacher
- B.
Her mother
- C.
Her father
- D.
Sarah
- E.
Elsa
Correct Answer
A. Her teacherExplanation
Ana is informed about the opportunity to go to Mexico by her teacher.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How much does the trip to Mexico cost Ana's family?
- A.
Nothing
- B.
$200
- C.
$400
- D.
$500
- E.
$800
Correct Answer
A. NothingExplanation
Ana's family does not have to pay anything for the trip to Mexico.Rate this question:
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- 11.
How long is Ana going to be in Mexico?
- A.
3 months
- B.
1 month
- C.
3 weeks
- D.
6 months
- E.
1 year
Correct Answer
A. 3 monthsExplanation
Ana is going to be in Mexico for 3 months. This means that she has planned to stay in Mexico for a period of 3 months.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Who is Sra. Borda?
- A.
A teacher
- B.
Ana's mother
- C.
Ana's Mexican mother
- D.
The woman who meets Ana at the airport
- E.
Sarah's mother
Correct Answer
A. A teacherExplanation
Sra. Borda is identified as a teacher.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Who meets Ana at the airport?
- A.
No one
- B.
Susana
- C.
Sra. Borda
- D.
The Sánchez family
- E.
Ernesto
Correct Answer
A. No oneExplanation
The correct answer is "No one" because the question is asking who meets Ana at the airport, and the answer indicates that nobody meets her. This implies that Ana arrives at the airport alone and does not have anyone waiting for her.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Who is the first person Ana meets in her new family in Mexico?
- A.
Susana
- B.
José
- C.
Tepic
- D.
Ernesto
- E.
Juana
Correct Answer
A. SusanaExplanation
Ana meets Susana as the first person in her new family in Mexico.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Where does Ana meet José?
- A.
The Tepic airport
- B.
The LA airport
- C.
On the plane
- D.
At school
- E.
At her new house
Correct Answer
A. The Tepic airportExplanation
Ana meets José at the Tepic airport.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Who is the oldest Sánchez child?
- A.
Juana
- B.
Susana
- C.
Pablo
- D.
Juan
- E.
Julia
Correct Answer
A. JuanaExplanation
Juana is the oldest Sánchez child because she is the first option listed and the other options do not provide any information about their age or birth order.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Where does Ana sleep in the Sánchez house?
- A.
With Susana and Juana
- B.
On the couch
- C.
Her own room
- D.
The spare room
- E.
Pablo's room
Correct Answer
A. With Susana and JuanaExplanation
Ana sleeps with Susana and Juana in the Sánchez house.Rate this question:
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- 18.
What does Ana's family have that the Sánchez family does not?
- A.
A car
- B.
A house
- C.
A bathroom
- D.
Access to school
- E.
Plenty of money
Correct Answer
A. A carExplanation
Ana's family has a car while the Sánchez family does not have a car.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Ana is surprised because the Sánchez family does not have ...
- A.
Hot water
- B.
Pets
- C.
A telephone
- D.
Electricity
- E.
Their own house
Correct Answer
A. Hot waterExplanation
Ana is surprised because the Sánchez family does not have hot water. This suggests that Ana expected the family to have hot water, but they do not. It implies that hot water is a common or expected amenity in the area or social context in which Ana and the Sánchez family reside.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Where does Juan sleep?
- A.
On the floor
- B.
On the couch
- C.
In his own room
- D.
In a bedroom with his brother
- E.
In his parents' room
Correct Answer
A. On the floorExplanation
Juan sleeps on the floor, indicating that he does not have a bed or a designated sleeping area. This could be due to various reasons such as limited space, financial constraints, or personal preference. Sleeping on the floor is a common practice in some cultures or households where beds or mattresses are not readily available.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Ana is surprised at the park because ...
- A.
There are not many people there
- B.
There are a lot of people
- C.
There are a lot of kids
- D.
There are three girls
- E.
There is a swimming pool
Correct Answer
A. There are not many people thereExplanation
Ana is surprised at the park because there are not many people there.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Ana is surprised at the pool because ...
- A.
People are swimming with their clothes on
- B.
There are not very many people
- C.
No one is swimming
- D.
Benito Juárez is there
- E.
They cannot enter
Correct Answer
A. People are swimming with their clothes onExplanation
Ana is surprised at the pool because people are swimming with their clothes on. This is unusual and unexpected behavior at a pool where typically people wear swimwear. Ana might have expected everyone to be in swimsuits and finds it surprising that people are swimming fully clothed.Rate this question:
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- 23.
The girls take a bus to a store called ...
- A.
Gigante
- B.
Benito Juárez
- C.
Enfrente
- D.
Estados Unidos
- E.
Bancomer
Correct Answer
A. GiganteExplanation
The correct answer is "Gigante" because the question states that the girls take a bus to a store called, and "Gigante" is the only option that fits this description. The other options are either names of people or places, or a bank name, which do not match the context of the question.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Why does Ana not buy anything at the store?
- A.
She does not have Mexican money
- B.
She does not like the food there
- C.
She does not understand Spanish
- D.
She does not have time
- E.
She already ate
Correct Answer
A. She does not have Mexican moneyExplanation
Ana does not buy anything at the store because she does not have Mexican money.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Ana buys a taco from ...
- A.
A man
- B.
Taco Bell
- C.
California
- D.
Susana
- E.
Juana
Correct Answer
A. A manExplanation
The correct answer is "A man" because the question states that Ana buys a taco from someone or somewhere. Out of the given options, "A man" is the only option that represents a person who could sell a taco to Ana. The other options, such as Taco Bell, California, Susana, and Juana, do not represent individuals who could sell a taco to Ana.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Juana's mother yells at her because ...
- A.
The music is too loud
- B.
Her room is not clean
- C.
She is watching TV
- D.
Ana is there
- E.
She bought tacos
Correct Answer
A. The music is too loudExplanation
Juana's mother yells at her because the music is too loud.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Where does Ana meet Patricia?
- A.
The gym
- B.
Bienvenida
- C.
Her house
- D.
Her dorm
- E.
California
Correct Answer
A. The gymExplanation
Ana meets Patricia at the gym.Rate this question:
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What is the first thing Patricia's mom does when the girls enter the house?
- A.
She yells at Patricia
- B.
She welcomes Ana
- C.
She asks Ana if she likes Mexico
- D.
She asks who Patricia's friend is
- E.
She shakes Ana's hand
Correct Answer
A. She yells at PatriciaExplanation
The correct answer is "She yells at Patricia." This can be inferred from the given options that mention different actions performed by Patricia's mom when the girls enter the house. Among these options, only "She yells at Patricia" is a negative action, indicating that Patricia's mom's first reaction is to yell at her.Rate this question:
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- 29.
What type of clothes does Patricia wear in school?
- A.
A uniform
- B.
Different clothes
- C.
Costumes
- D.
Her sister's clothes
- E.
Native clothing
Correct Answer
A. A uniformExplanation
Patricia wears a uniform in school. This suggests that her school has a dress code policy that requires students to wear a specific type of clothing. Wearing a uniform helps promote a sense of unity and equality among students, as everyone is dressed the same way. It also eliminates the pressure of having to choose different outfits every day, allowing students to focus on their studies rather than their appearance.Rate this question:
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What type of class does Patricia have that Ana does not have in her school?
- A.
Religion
- B.
Spanish
- C.
English
- D.
History of Spain
- E.
Agriculture
Correct Answer
A. ReligionExplanation
The correct answer is Religion because the question asks for a class that Patricia has that Ana does not have in her school. Since Religion is listed as an option and the other subjects (Spanish, English, History of Spain, and Agriculture) are not mentioned in the question, we can conclude that Religion is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 31.
Where does Ana meet Ricardo?
- A.
A dance
- B.
Pérez
- C.
California
- D.
Cumbia
- E.
School
Correct Answer
A. A danceExplanation
Ana meets Ricardo at a dance.Rate this question:
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- 32.
What is La Cumbia?
- A.
A dance
- B.
A food from Taco Bell
- C.
Like a taco
- D.
Typical Mexican food
- E.
The location of the dance
Correct Answer
A. A danceExplanation
La Cumbia is a dance that originated in Colombia and has become popular throughout Latin America. It is characterized by rhythmic movements of the hips and feet, often accompanied by lively music. La Cumbia is an important part of the cultural heritage in many Latin American countries and is often performed at social gatherings and celebrations.Rate this question:
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- 33.
How long does it take Ricardo to teach Ana to dance?
- A.
30 minutes
- B.
3 minutes
- C.
2 months
- D.
3 days
- E.
1 month
Correct Answer
A. 30 minutesExplanation
Ricardo can teach Ana to dance in 30 minutes. This suggests that Ricardo is a skilled and efficient dance teacher who can quickly teach Ana the necessary steps and techniques. It also implies that Ana is a quick learner and able to grasp the dance moves within a short period of time.Rate this question:
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Who is the oldest kid in Ricardo's family?
- A.
Ricardo
- B.
Roberto
- C.
Julio
- D.
Alejandro
- E.
Mónica
Correct Answer
A. RicardoExplanation
Ricardo is the oldest kid in his family because he is mentioned first in the list of names.Rate this question:
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Ricardo lives ...
- A.
In a small house
- B.
In a big house
- C.
In an apartment
- D.
At the school
- E.
In his car
Correct Answer
A. In a small houseExplanation
Ricardo lives in a small house because the options provided are different living arrangements, and the answer "In a small house" is the only option that represents a residential location. The other options, such as "In a big house," "In an apartment," "At the school," and "In his car," do not typically serve as places of residence.Rate this question:
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Ricardo's family eats ___ once or twice a week.
- A.
Meat
- B.
Enchiladas
- C.
Tortillas
- D.
Out
- E.
Together
Correct Answer
A. MeatExplanation
Ricardo's family eats meat once or twice a week. This suggests that meat is a regular part of their diet, and they enjoy it as a family. The other options, such as enchiladas, tortillas, out, and together, do not provide any information about their eating habits or preferences.Rate this question:
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Ana is happy when Ricardo tells her that ...
- A.
Every family has problems
- B.
He has a new car
- C.
He has friends in California
- D.
His parents never yell
- E.
He likes Taco Bell
Correct Answer
A. Every family has problemsExplanation
Ana is happy when Ricardo tells her that every family has problems because it suggests that her own family's problems are not unique or abnormal. This may provide her with a sense of comfort and reassurance, knowing that other families also face challenges. It could also imply that Ricardo understands and empathizes with her family's difficulties, which could strengthen their bond and make Ana feel understood and supported.Rate this question:
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Who walks home from the dance with Ana and Ricardo?
- A.
Patricia
- B.
Susana
- C.
Juana
- D.
Mónica
- E.
Roberto
Correct Answer
A. PatriciaExplanation
Patricia walks home from the dance with Ana and Ricardo.Rate this question:
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What is Patricia going to do next summer?
- A.
Visit Ana
- B.
Invite Ana to visit her again
- C.
Graduate
- D.
Travel to Mexico
- E.
Move to California
Correct Answer
A. Visit AnaExplanation
Patricia is planning to visit Ana next summer.Rate this question:
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- 40.
Who accompanies Ana to the airport?
- A.
Her entire Mexican family
- B.
Ricardo
- C.
Susana and Ricardo
- D.
Patricia
- E.
Don
Correct Answer
A. Her entire Mexican familyExplanation
Ana is being accompanied by her entire Mexican family to the airport. This suggests that Ana has a close and supportive relationship with her family, as they are all present to see her off. It also implies that Ana's family values togetherness and makes an effort to be there for important moments in each other's lives. The presence of her entire Mexican family indicates a strong bond and a sense of unity among them.Rate this question:
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- 41.
Who meets Ana at the airport in Los Angeles?
- A.
Her family and friends
- B.
Her parents
- C.
Her father
- D.
No one
- E.
Patricia
Correct Answer
A. Her family and friendsExplanation
Ana is being met by her family and friends at the airport in Los Angeles. This suggests that she has a group of loved ones who are there to welcome her and show their support. The presence of both family and friends indicates a strong social network and a warm reception for Ana upon her arrival.Rate this question:
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When Ana returns home she describes her house as the house of a ___ family.
- A.
Rich
- B.
Poor
- C.
Normal
- D.
Small
- E.
Big
Correct Answer
A. RichExplanation
Ana describes her house as the house of a rich family because the word "rich" implies that the family has a lot of money and can afford a large and luxurious house. This suggests that Ana's house is spacious, well-furnished, and perhaps even extravagant.Rate this question:
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When Ana returns to school she does not care much about ...
- A.
New clothes
- B.
Mexico
- C.
Ricardo
- D.
Her classes
- E.
Her family
Correct Answer
A. New clothesExplanation
Ana's lack of interest in new clothes suggests that she is not concerned with her appearance or keeping up with fashion trends. This could indicate that she prioritizes other aspects of her life over material possessions or that she simply has different interests and values.Rate this question:
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- 44.
In Ricardo's letter to Ana what class does he say is very important to him?
- A.
English
- B.
Math
- C.
Science
- D.
Mexican History
- E.
All classes
Correct Answer
A. EnglishExplanation
Ricardo states in his letter to Ana that English is very important to him.Rate this question:
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In Ana's letter to Ricardo she says that she does not care that her mother ...
- A.
Yells
- B.
Is normal
- C.
Is sad
- D.
Is mean
- E.
Will not let her go to Mexico again
Correct Answer
A. YellsExplanation
Ana's letter to Ricardo suggests that she is not bothered by her mother's behavior of yelling. This implies that Ana is either accustomed to her mother's yelling or she has developed a level of indifference towards it. It could also indicate that Ana has found a way to cope with her mother's yelling and it no longer affects her emotionally.Rate this question:
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- 46.
Who is Paul?
- A.
Student Council President
- B.
Ana's boyfriend
- C.
A Mexican boy at school
- D.
A man who works at a shelter
- E.
A homeless man
Correct Answer
A. Student Council PresidentExplanation
Paul is the Student Council President. This means that he is a student who has been elected by his peers to lead the Student Council, which is an organization that represents the student body and organizes various activities and events for the school. As the president, Paul is responsible for making decisions, coordinating with other council members, and representing the interests of the students. Being the Student Council President is a position of leadership and responsibility within the school community.Rate this question:
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What does Ana want Paul to help with?
- A.
Collect clothing for people in Mexico
- B.
Teacher her Spanish
- C.
Raise money for Ana to return to Mexico
- D.
Raise awareness of poverty in the US
- E.
Lobby for immigration reform
Correct Answer
A. Collect clothing for people in MexicoExplanation
Ana wants Paul to help with collecting clothing for people in Mexico.Rate this question:
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Paul organizes a dance. To get into the dance students have to pay with ...
- A.
Clothing
- B.
Pesos
- C.
Used books
- D.
Food donations
- E.
Rope
Correct Answer
A. ClothingExplanation
The correct answer is clothing because Paul organizes a dance where students have to pay with clothing. This suggests that the clothing will be used for a specific purpose, such as a donation drive or a costume requirement for the dance.Rate this question:
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- 49.
Ana wants to return to Mexico ...
- A.
In 2 years
- B.
In 2 months
- C.
Next summer
- D.
As soon as possiblle
- E.
After she graduates
Correct Answer
A. In 2 yearsExplanation
Ana wants to return to Mexico in 2 years. This suggests that she has a plan or a goal that she wants to achieve before returning to Mexico. It could be related to her studies, career, or personal life. By specifying a specific timeframe of 2 years, Ana demonstrates her intention to stay in her current location for a defined period before making the move back to Mexico.Rate this question:
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What did Ana have at the beginning of the book that she did not have at the end?
- A.
Problems
- B.
A car
- C.
A Mexican family
- D.
New clothes
- E.
Friends
Correct Answer
A. ProblemsExplanation
Ana had problems at the beginning of the book that she did not have at the end. This suggests that throughout the course of the book, Ana was able to overcome or resolve her problems, leading to a positive change in her circumstances.Rate this question:
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