Question 1

What is one message the author conveys in the story?

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It is best not to judge situations too early.

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You must take risks in order to succeed.

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People who prepare are the most successful.

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Treat others as you want to be treated.

Question 2

What is the central message the author presents in this selection?

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Being dedicated can help one obtain a seemingly impossible goal.

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Receiving negative comments leads to a lack of confidence.

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It is tempting to quit when situations become difficult.

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It is satisfying to watch others succeed.

Question 3

The main theme of this selection is that —

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difficulties can be overcome with continued effort

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fame can offer a unique opportunity to help others

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new inventions can solve problems that have existed for a long time

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trying new activities can result in joyful experiences

Question 4

Which statement expresses a main theme of the play?

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People must make time for one another in order for relationships to thrive.

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It is best to apologize when something wrong has been done.

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Keeping secrets can lead to problems in a relationship.

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Writing can be a helpful way to deal with stress.

Question 5

What lesson did the author learn while living in India?

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Monkeys can cause problems that require creative solutions.

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It helps to befriend people who are familiar with the behavior of monkeys.

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It is wise to leave monkeys alone while they are eating.

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Food can be used to help calm aggressive monkeys.

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