A Journey Beyond Borders

What major change did the narrator's mom announce?

• They were going on vacation.

• They were moving to Toronto, Canada.

• They were getting a new pet.

• They were moving to Mexico.

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How did the narrator feel about the move to Canada?

• Excited and ready

• Confused and unsure

• Angry and rebellious

• Indifferent

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What season was it when the narrator and Maria arrived in Canada?

• Summer

• Winter

• Spring

• Fall

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How did Maria describe her feelings about fitting in?

• Like a puzzle piece that didn't quite fit

• Like a fish in water

• Like a bird in the sky

• Like a star in the night

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What did the narrator miss about their old home?

• The food

• The weather

• The mango tree

• The beach

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What did the narrator compare the experience of moving to?

• A dream

• A movie

• A book

• A song

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What season began to change the landscape in Canada?

• Winter

• Summer

• Spring

• Fall

How did Maria's language skills change over time?

• She struggled more with language.

• Language became a playground for her.

• She stopped learning the language.

• She only spoke her native language.

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What does Maria's journey remind us of?

• That life is easy.

• That adventures happen when you step out of your comfort zone.

• That staying in your comfort zone is best.

• That change is unnecessary.

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What did Maria turn her Canadian tale into?

• A story of defeat.

• A story of resilience and discovery.

• A story of mystery.

• A story of fantasy.