The Reluctant Traveler

Which statement best describes how the relationship between Paul and his mother changes over the course of the passage?

• Paul doesn’t want to go on the trip, but his mother is excited.

• Paul enjoys soccer, but his mother does not like soccer.

• Paul is excited to go on the trip, but his mother is not.

• Paul is ready to go on the trip, but his mother is scared.

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This question has two parts. First answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.

Read the paragraph.

“As the plane took off, Paul’s dad said, “Look down there! That’s the island of Manhattan. See? You can even see Central Park!”. Paul never realized how completely surrounded by water New York was. Many hours later, as the plane was landing in Buenos Aires, Paul noticed similar outlines of a city on the water and bright lights just like home.”

Part A:

What does the paragraph tell about the similarities between Buenos Aires and New York in the passage?

• Both places are out in the country.

• Both cities have bright lights.

• New York is in the United States.

• Spanish is the main language in both cities.

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Part B:

Which sentence from the passage best supports your answer in Part A?

• Look down there! That’s the island of Manhattan.

• Paul never realized how completely surrounded by water New York was.

• Paul noticed similar outlines of a city on the water and bright lights just like home.

• See? You can even see Central Park!

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Read the sentence.

Paul made a face. "Don't be critical, Paul," his mom said. "Just take a taste."

What is the meaning of the word critical?

• Accepting

• Complimentary

• Judgemental

• Safe

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Where is Paul from?

• New York
• California 
• China
• Argentina

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Where is Paul traveling to?

• Argentina
• New York
• Brazil
• Mexico

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What type of dance does Paul see in Argentina?

• Ballet
• Hip Hop
• Tango
• Cha Cha

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What lesson did Paul learn?

• to speak a new language
• try new things
• be respectful 
• be thankful

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How do you know Paul didn't want to try the new food in Argentina?

• He made a face
• He plugged his nose
• He covered his eyes
• He turned around

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True or False? Paul thought that New York City and Buenos Aires were alike.

• True
• False

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