Front Desk Chapter 20

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What did Jason do when Mia put her hand on his shoulder?

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He jerked his body away.

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Why did Jason struggle doing Mia's job?

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He wasn't good at customer service, didn't know the tax for $20, and had a hard time multiplying the price times 2.

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Does Mia agree with her mom that only white kids can become good writers?

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She thinks her mom is wrong to the power of infinity.

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What does Mia think American moms are like?

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They are always baking cookies and organizing birthday parties with themes.

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Why doesn't Mia's mom believe she can be a good English writer?

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She says you need to be a native English speaker to become a writer.

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What is customer service?

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Customer service is the assistance and advice provided by a company to those people who buy or use its products or services.

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What does it mean to 'jerk your body away'?

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To quickly move away from someone or something, often due to surprise or discomfort.

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What is the significance of cultural identity in writing?

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Cultural identity influences a writer's perspective, themes, and authenticity in their work.

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What are some common stereotypes about American moms?

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Common stereotypes include baking cookies, driving minivans, and being overly involved in their children's activities.

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What does it mean to multiply a price?

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To multiply a price means to increase the price by a certain factor, often to calculate total costs.