Unit 4 Skills Quiz

Poor conditions in their homeland have driven many Mexicans to _________ to the United States. Many have settled in the Southwest, but others have traveled to big cities in the Midwest and Northeast in search of work.

• Deceive

• Emigrate

• Span

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Emigrate' because it means to leave one's country to live in another, which fits the context of Mexicans moving to the United States for better conditions.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

Some dishonest agents _________ travelers by taking their money in exchange for legal documents that they never provide.

• Deceive

• Emigrate

• Span

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'deceive' because it means to mislead or trick someone. In this context, dishonest agents mislead travelers by taking their money without providing the promised legal documents.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

Over the ________ of the past fifty years, more immigrants have come to the United States from Mexico than any other country.

• Deceive

• Emigrate

• Span

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Span' because it refers to the duration or extent of time over which events occur, fitting the context of the past fifty years of immigration from Mexico.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Many immigrants have only a _________ notion of what life will be like in the new country they have heard so much about.

• Hazy

• Overwhelming

• Mishaps

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'hazy' because it suggests that immigrants have an unclear or vague understanding of life in the new country, which aligns with the context of uncertainty in their expectations.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

Mix-ups over language or local customs often lead to ________ and misunderstandings.

• Hazy

• Overwhelming

• Mishaps

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'mishaps' as it refers to accidents or mistakes that can occur due to language or cultural misunderstandings, fitting the context of the sentence. 'Hazy' and 'overwhelming' do not convey this meaning.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

Despite facing some ________ problems, most immigrants manage to build better lives for themselves and their families.

• Hazy

• Overwhelming

• Mishaps

Answer explanation

The word 'overwhelming' accurately describes the significant challenges immigrants face, emphasizing the intensity of their problems. In contrast, 'hazy' and 'mishaps' do not convey the same level of difficulty, making 'overwhelming' the best choice.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

It is a lawyer’s duty to act in an ________ fashion in order to protect the interests of his or her clients. Trial lawyers especially cannot afford to be timid or shy.

• Flexible

• Associate

• Aggressive

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Aggressive' because lawyers, especially trial lawyers, must actively and assertively protect their clients' interests. Being timid or shy would hinder their ability to advocate effectively.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

Most lawyers have to keep _________ hours to serve their clients well.

• Flexible

• Associate

• Aggressive

Answer explanation

Most lawyers need to keep flexible hours to accommodate their clients' varying schedules and needs, ensuring effective service. The other options do not accurately reflect the nature of legal work.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

From the newest _________ to senior partners, lawyers must research past cases to find ways to support their arguments.

• Flexible

• Associate

• Aggressive

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Associate' because it refers to junior lawyers who are typically tasked with researching past cases to support arguments, contrasting with senior partners who may focus on strategy.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Media attention lends some legal cases more ___________ than they really deserve. Some especially newsworthy trials are now televised from start to finish.

• Linger

• Glamour

• Luxurious

Answer explanation

The word 'glamour' fits the context as it suggests an exaggerated allure or appeal that media attention can give to legal cases, making them seem more significant than they are. 'Linger' and 'luxurious' do not convey this meaning.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.6.4