The Sun is Also a Star Reading 12

What does Natasha's interaction with her phone reveal about her relationship with her mother?

• They struggle with communication.
• They are close and share everything.
• Natasha feels guilty for not staying in touch.
• The mother is indifferent to Natasha's challenges.
• They bond over common interests.

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How does the text explore the theme of hope and disappointment through Natasha's family?

• By showing their resilience in the face of challenges.
• Through the mother's approach to avoid disappointment.
• Highlighting the father's failure to pursue his dreams.
• All of the above.
• None of the above.

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What role does fate play in Daniel and Natasha's meeting, according to the text?

• It suggests their meeting was by chance.
• Fate is portrayed as the guiding force.
• Their meeting is the result of careful planning.
• Fate has no role; their meeting is purely coincidental.
• The text suggests destiny with some doubt.

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How does Daniel view his talents and potential for greatness?

• He is unsure of his talents.
• He sees his potential as limited by his circumstances.
• Daniel believes in his significant potential for greatness.
• He is indifferent to his talents.
• He feels overshadowed by Natasha's talents.

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What is the significance of Natasha's family planning to move to San Francisco?

• It represents their desire for a new beginning.
• It is a random choice without significance.
• It symbolizes Natasha's separation from Daniel.
• It reflects their wish to escape past disappointments.
• San Francisco has no particular significance.

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How does Natasha's mom's fear of disappointment influence Natasha?

• Natasha adopts a similarly pessimistic view.
• She becomes overly optimistic to compensate.
• It causes a rift between her and her mother.
• Natasha strives to prove her mother wrong.
• It has little to no influence on Natasha.

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What does the casting-call flyer symbolize in Natasha's family dynamic?

• The mother's support for the father's dreams.
• The family's financial struggles.
• Natasha's disinterest in her father's career.
• The unrealized potential of each family member.
• A miscommunication within the family.

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According to the text, how does Daniel perceive his interview with Attorney Fitzgerald?

• As a pointless obligation.
• As an opportunity to escape his family's expectations.
• As a step towards fulfilling his parents' American Dream.
• As a mere formality without real importance.
• As a chance to explore his poetic aspirations.

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What does Jeremy Fitzgerald's hesitation to talk about his obligations suggest about his character?

• He is deeply conflicted about his choices.
• He is indifferent to his professional obligations.
• He prioritizes his personal happiness over duty.
• He struggles with balancing personal and professional life.
• He is unaware of the consequences of his actions.

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How does the conversation between Daniel and Fitzgerald explore the theme of adult responsibilities?

• By highlighting the importance of meeting obligations.
• Through the contrast between Daniel's dreams and Fitzgerald's reality.
• By showing the consequences of avoiding responsibilities.
• All of the above.
• None of the above.

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