American History- Judith Ortiz Cofer

Why is Elena so interested in the little house on her street?

• She thinks it's cute

• She hopes to be part of the life that's unfolding there

• She is just a curious kid

• She does not have interest in the home

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On the day President Kennedy died, why is Elena so happy?

• She didn't like him as president

• She got an A on a test

• She planned to study with Eugene

• Her mother gave her a gift

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Which of the following best describes how Eugene's mother greeted Elena?

• Welcoming

• Dismissive

• Kind

• Confused

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Why do Eugene and Elena's mothers not want them to have a relationship?

• They think they are too young to date

• Eugene is a bad kid and would cause trouble for Elena

• Elena is too smart for Eugene

• They do not want them to date people outside of their ethnic group

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The story is set in the 1960's. Which of the following is true.

• The story shows how everyone got along during this time.

• The story shows how the government didn't really help people.

• The story shows the strong division between ethnic groups at the time.

• The story shows how no one really cared about President Kennedy.

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Which of the following is a teenage most likely to anticipate?

• Voting for a new president

• Retiring to warmed weather

• Breaking up with their boyfriend/girlfriend

• Attending a friend's birthday party

If a person is enthralled by a story, which of the following is true?

• They think the story is boring

• The think the story is very interesting

• They wouldn't recommend it to a friend

• They haven't read it yet.

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Which of the following is the best example of the word devoted?

• Two people getting married

• Ms. Sienicki quitting her first job

• Feeding your new puppy

• Fighting with your grandma

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Which of the following is true about Elena at school?

• She is the top student

• She is the teacher's favorite

• She's the most popular

• She is an outsider

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What can readers infer about Elena and her family?

• They don't care about money

• They work hard to have a better life

• They are well liked by everyone

• The hate each other

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