Practice ID Part 1
Practice Part 1
- 1.
How long hadn't she seen her father?
- A.
Days
- B.
Weeks
- C.
Months
- D.
Years
Correct Answer
C. MonthsExplanation
The question is asking about the duration of time since she last saw her father. The correct answer is "months" because it implies that it has been a considerable amount of time since she saw her father, but not as long as years. It suggests that they have been apart for a significant period, but not an extremely long one.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How long will they be in Cisco?
- A.
3 days
- B.
3 weeks
- C.
3 months
- D.
3 years
Correct Answer
C. 3 monthsExplanation
The correct answer is 3 months. This suggests that "they" will be in Cisco for a duration of three months.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What job did her father have?
- A.
A judge
- B.
An engineer
- C.
A banker
- D.
A lawyer
Correct Answer
B. An engineerExplanation
The correct answer is "an engineer" because the question asks about her father's job, and "an engineer" is a possible job that her father could have.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What year was it?
- A.
1847
- B.
1867
- C.
1927
- D.
1987
Correct Answer
B. 1867 -
- 5.
Who is the main character?
- A.
Winnie
- B.
Chin Jin Mun
- C.
Lew Wai Hing
- D.
Tom Sawyer
Correct Answer
A. WinnieExplanation
The main character in this question is Winnie. This is because Winnie is the only name listed without any additional information or context. The other names, Chin Jin Mun, Lew Wai Hing, and Tom Sawyer, are not specified as the main character, so the correct answer is Winnie.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Why did her grandparents come to California?
- A.
The Gold Rush
- B.
To run away
- C.
To get married
- D.
To start a new life
Correct Answer
A. The Gold RushExplanation
Her grandparents came to California because of the Gold Rush. The Gold Rush in California during the mid-19th century attracted thousands of people in search of gold and fortune. Many individuals and families traveled from different parts of the country and even from other countries to try their luck in finding gold. It was a significant event that led to a massive influx of people to California, including her grandparents, who likely saw it as an opportunity to improve their lives and potentially strike it rich.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Why were the Chinese called Celestials?
- A.
They looked like moons
- B.
They said China was the Celestial Kingdom
- C.
They were unusual like the moon.
- D.
They wore fancy clothes.
Correct Answer
B. They said China was the Celestial KingdomExplanation
The Chinese were called Celestials because they referred to China as the Celestial Kingdom. This term was used to emphasize the belief that China was a divine and heavenly land. It reflected their perception of China as a superior and sacred nation.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How old was Winnie?
- A.
10
- B.
12
- C.
14
- D.
16
Correct Answer
A. 10Explanation
The given answer is 10 because it is the only option that matches the question asking for Winnie's age.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What was Lee like?
- A.
He wore a blue cotton shirt.
- B.
He had a long ponytail
- C.
His hair was coiled around his neck
- D.
All of the Above
Correct Answer
D. All of the AboveExplanation
The given answer is "All of the Above" because the statements mentioned in the question describe Lee's appearance. It is stated that he wore a blue cotton shirt, had a long ponytail, and his hair was coiled around his neck. Therefore, all of these statements are true, making "All of the Above" the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How was Lee treated in the store?
- A.
Nicely
- B.
Meanly
- C.
Rudely
Correct Answer
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- 11.
How far away is Cisco from Sacramento?
- A.
50 miles
- B.
90 miles
- C.
140 miles
- D.
200 miles
Correct Answer
B. 90 milesExplanation
Cisco is 90 miles away from Sacramento. This indicates the distance between the two locations.Rate this question:
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- 12.
How is her house different than at home?
- A.
It is bigger
- B.
It is smaller
- C.
It doesn't have ha garden
- D.
It doesn't have a pool.
Correct Answer
C. It doesn't have ha gardenExplanation
The correct answer is "It doesn't have a garden." This suggests that the person's house is different from their home because their house does not have a garden, implying that their home might have one.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Who is in charge of the construction?
- A.
Mr. Tucker
- B.
Mr. Perloff
- C.
Mr. Strobridge
- D.
Mr. Allen
Correct Answer
C. Mr. StrobridgeExplanation
Mr. Strobridge is in charge of the construction because he is the only person mentioned in the options who could potentially have that role. The other individuals, Mr. Tucker, Mr. Perloff, and Mr. Allen, are not specified to have any involvement in construction, so it can be inferred that Mr. Strobridge is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What was their attitude towards the Celestials?
- A.
Rude
- B.
Insulting
- C.
Mean
- D.
ALL OF THE ABOVE
Correct Answer
D. ALL OF THE ABOVEExplanation
The given correct answer is "ALL OF THE ABOVE". This suggests that their attitude towards the Celestials was rude, insulting, and mean.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What job did Lee have?
- A.
Fetching water
- B.
Cooking
- C.
Driving horses
- D.
Translating
Correct Answer
A. Fetching waterExplanation
Lee's job was to fetch water.Rate this question:
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- 16.
What did Winnie not understand?
- A.
How trains worked
- B.
Why everyone hated the Chinese
- C.
Why she had to be in Cisco
- D.
Why she couldn't go to school
Correct Answer
B. Why everyone hated the ChineseExplanation
Winnie did not understand why everyone hated the Chinese. This suggests that she was confused or unaware of the reasons behind the negative sentiments towards the Chinese.Rate this question:
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- 17.
How often do the Chinese take baths?
- A.
Every day
- B.
Once a week
- C.
Once a month
- D.
Never
Correct Answer
A. Every dayExplanation
The Chinese take baths every day. This cultural practice is deeply rooted in Chinese hygiene traditions and is considered an important part of daily personal care. Regular bathing is believed to promote cleanliness, relaxation, and overall well-being. Additionally, it is seen as a way to cleanse the body of impurities and maintain good health. Therefore, it is common for Chinese individuals to incorporate daily bathing into their routines.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Which was NOT a way dinner was different than at home?
- A.
Papa used a napkin
- B.
You couldn't choose your food
- C.
There were lots of people
- D.
The food was better
Correct Answer
D. The food was betterExplanation
The given answer states that the food was better as a way dinner was different than at home. This implies that at home, the food is not as good as it was during dinner. The other options mentioned in the question do not relate to the quality of the food.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Why don't they cut their ponytails off?
- A.
They think they are pretty.
- B.
They are a religious symbol
- C.
The emperor will not allow it.
- D.
They hid pimples.
Correct Answer
C. The emperor will not allow it.Explanation
The correct answer is "The emperor will not allow it." This suggests that the reason why they don't cut their ponytails off is because the emperor has forbidden it. This implies that there may be a cultural or societal expectation in place that dictates the length of one's hair, and going against this expectation would not be permitted by the emperor.Rate this question:
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