American Stories (Reach for Reading)

Luincys, from the Dominican Republic, believed people could tell she was a newcomer because--

• Her parents wouldn't let her have a cell phone

• Her clothes were out of fashion

• She has an old-fashioned haircut

• She rode a bike to school

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What was Luincy's FIRST struggle upon arriving in the U.S.?

• Getting used to the weather

• Learning her way around the community

• Learning the language

• Getting caught up in school

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For the first six months in America, Luincys did what?

• Spoke

• Whispered

• Listened

• Stayed home from school

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What did Michael immediately change after arriving from China?

• His haircut

• His hobbies

• His name

• His favorite foods

Michael, from China, is quoted as saying: "In China, nobody expects you to be a--

• Football player

• Famous Celebrity

• College Graduate

• Rockstar

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Anton, remembers what about his time living in Russia?

• Fighting with neighbors about politics

• Having to share hand-me-down clothes with siblings

• Standing in long lines at the supermarket

• The pet dog he left behind

When Anton dreams about his life back in Russia, what does he think of most?

• His old house

• His relatives

• Speaking his old language

• His friends

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Fatima, from Tanzania, remembers that when she moved to America people stared at her because--

• She wore lots of makeup

• She never wore blue jeans

• She had really long hair

• She wore a hijab

Fatima has to complete her Islamic duties each day, but still wants people to know that she likes--

• Going to movies, the mall, and shopping

• Eating pizza, ice cream, and candy

• Friends, family, and laughter

• Dancing, sports, and acting

Fatima was born in the country of Tanzania, which is part of what continent?

• Asia

• South America

• Africa