Ties That Bind, Ties That Break

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    Ailin is forced to stop going to the MacIntosh School by Big Uncle after _________________________ passes away.

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  • 2. 

    MacIntosh School is a _________________________ school, where kids from all different families come together to learn from various teachers.

    Explanation
    MacIntosh School is a public school because it is open to all students from different families and is not limited to a specific group or community. In a public school, students from diverse backgrounds come together to receive education from different teachers. Public schools are funded and regulated by the government, providing equal opportunities for all students to learn and grow.

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  • 3. 

    Ailin can be descibed as a " ________________________ stalk, strong enough to stand against wind and snow".

    Explanation
    Ailin can be described as a bamboo stalk, strong enough to stand against wind and snow. Bamboo is known for its strength and resilience, making it an appropriate metaphor for Ailin's character. Just like a bamboo stalk, Ailin is able to withstand difficult circumstances and remain steadfast.

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  • 4. 

    Towards the middle of the story, Ailin become the _________________________ in the Warner family. (Use the word that was said in the book)

    Explanation
    In the middle of the story, Ailin becomes the "amah" in the Warner family.

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  • 5. 

    Who does Ailin see at her husband's restaurant in the beginning of the story?

    • Second Sister

    • Xueyan

    • Hanwei

    • Father

    Correct Answer
    A. Hanwei
    Explanation
    Ailin sees Hanwei at her husband's restaurant in the beginning of the story.

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  • 6. 

    ________________________ is Ailin's English teacher who praises her because she has almost perfect pronunciation.

    Correct Answer
    Miss Gilbertson
    Explanation
    Miss Gilbertson is Ailin's English teacher who praises her because she has almost perfect pronunciation. This implies that Miss Gilbertson is the person mentioned in the question as Ailin's English teacher. Additionally, the fact that Miss Gilbertson praises Ailin for her pronunciation suggests that Miss Gilbertson recognizes and appreciates Ailin's skill in this area.

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  • 7. 

    Who says the following quote? "Whenever they [silk weavers] see a colored one [silkworm], they immediately take it out and burn it."

    • Miss Gilbertson

    • Second Sister

    • Mother

    • James

    Correct Answer
    A. Second Sister
    Explanation
    The second sister says the quote, "Whenever they [silk weavers] see a colored one [silkworm], they immediately take it out and burn it."

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  • 8. 

    Which trait best describes Big Uncle from Ailin's point of view?

    • Intimidating

    • Stingy

    • Generous

    • Hilarious

    Correct Answer
    A. Intimidating
    Explanation
    From Ailin's point of view, Big Uncle is described as intimidating. This suggests that Ailin finds Big Uncle to be somewhat scary or fear-inducing. This could be due to Big Uncle's imposing presence, stern demeanor, or perhaps intimidating behavior towards Ailin or others. Overall, Ailin perceives Big Uncle as someone who evokes feelings of intimidation or fear.

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  • 9. 

    Father was in favor of the foreigners entering China.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that the father was supportive of foreigners entering China. This implies that the father had a positive attitude towards foreigners and was likely open to welcoming them into the country.

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  • 10. 

    What does Ailin do to help Billy when he got sick?

    • Used an old Chinese remedy

    • Bought some medicine

    • Gave him lots of fluid and kept him warm

    • Called over an American doctor

    Correct Answer
    A. Called over an American doctor
  • 11. 

    Who is one person Ailin mentions that loved her no matter what the situation was?

    • Mother

    • Grandmother

    • Big Uncle

    • Little Brother

    Correct Answer
    A. Grandmother
    Explanation
    Ailin mentions her grandmother as the person who loved her no matter what the situation was. This implies that her grandmother was always there for her, providing unconditional love and support regardless of the circumstances.

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  • 12. 

    Father wanted Ailin to get her feet bound in the beginning, but changed his mind shortly before his death.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the question states that the father wanted Ailin to get her feet bound in the beginning but changed his mind shortly before his death. This implies that the father did not want Ailin to get her feet bound at the time of his death.

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  • 13. 

    Ailin has two siblings.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "Ailin has two siblings" is false. This means that Ailin does not have two siblings. It could mean that Ailin has more than two siblings or that Ailin has only one or no siblings at all. Without further information, we cannot determine the exact number of siblings Ailin has.

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  • 14. 

    James Chew and Ailin meet again in Chinatown, New York.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
  • 15. 

    "Iron roads" and "fire cars" were trains and railroads, respectively.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because "Iron roads" and "fire cars" were not trains and railroads. These phrases were actually used to refer to the early steam-powered locomotives and the tracks they ran on, respectively. The term "Iron roads" emphasizes the use of iron tracks, while "fire cars" highlights the locomotives' reliance on fire and steam for power. Therefore, the correct answer is false as the statement misrepresents the terminology used for trains and railroads.

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