Parrot In The Oven

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    Who is manny's little sister?

    • Pedi
    • Victor
    • Manny junior
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Parrot In The Oven - Quiz
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This quiz, based on the book 'Parrot in the Oven', assesses understanding of the story's characters and plot elements. It evaluates comprehension and retention, focusing on key details about Manny and his family's life.

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  • 2. 

    Manny's sister is named Magda

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement states that Manny's sister is named Magda. Since there is no contradictory information provided, it can be assumed that the statement is true.

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  • 3. 

    Bernardo is manny's brother

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement indicates that Bernardo is Manny's brother. Since there is no additional information provided to suggest otherwise, we can assume that the statement is true.

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  • 4. 

    Manny's father has a drinking problem

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Manny's father has a drinking problem. This implies that Manny's father likely struggles with alcohol abuse or addiction, which can have negative effects on his personal life, relationships, and overall well-being.

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  • 5. 

    "Without work, I was as empty as a Coke bottle."

    Correct Answer
    simile
    Explanation
    The given sentence uses the phrase "as empty as a Coke bottle" to compare the feeling of being without work to the emptiness of a Coke bottle. This is an example of a simile, which is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words "like" or "as". Similes are used to create vivid imagery and make comparisons more relatable and understandable for the reader.

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  • 6. 

    Manny is mean to kids he meets

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement states that Manny is mean to kids he meets. However, the correct answer is False, which implies that Manny is not mean to kids he meets.

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  • 7. 

    What does manny's father think manny's sister is too young to do?

    • Date

    • Drink

    • Smoke

    Correct Answer
    A. Date
    Explanation
    Manny's father thinks that Manny's sister is too young to go on a date.

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  • 8. 

    Manny's father owns a gun

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement implies that Manny's father is the owner of a gun. This means that the statement is true.

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  • 9. 

    "...his ankle swelled blue and tender like a ripened plum."

    Correct Answer
    simile
    Explanation
    The given sentence is an example of a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words "like" or "as". In this case, the author is comparing the swollen ankle to a ripened plum, emphasizing the color and tenderness of the swelling. The use of the word "like" indicates that it is a simile.

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  • 10. 

    Who is manny's brothers's  nicknamename?

    • Lazy butt

    • 'nardo

    • Bernard

    Correct Answer
    A. 'nardo
    Explanation
    The given question is asking for the nickname of Manny's brother. The correct answer is "'nardo." This suggests that Manny's brother is commonly referred to as "'nardo."

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  • 11. 

    What happens to the dad that makes him more proactive?

    • He is contacted by god

    • He is arrested

    • He gets beaten up

    Correct Answer
    A. He is arrested
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the dad is arrested. This event likely prompts him to become more proactive in order to address the situation and potentially clear his name. Being arrested can be a traumatic experience that forces individuals to take action and seek justice or prove their innocence. It can serve as a wake-up call, motivating the dad to become more proactive in his own defense and in navigating the legal system.

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  • 12. 

    What member of the family has a drinking problem?

    • The father

    • The mother

    • The brother

    Correct Answer
    A. The father
    Explanation
    Based on the given options, the correct answer is the father. This suggests that among the family members mentioned, it is the father who has a drinking problem.

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  • 13. 

    Manny's mother has a drinking problem

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Manny's mother has a drinking problem. However, the correct answer is False, indicating that Manny's mother does not have a drinking problem.

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  • 14. 

    Manny has a girlfriend

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "manny has a girlfriend" is given, and the answer is False. This means that the statement is not true, indicating that Manny does not have a girlfriend.

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  • 15. 

    Manny's mother likes to clean

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement states that Manny's mother likes to clean. Since there is no contradictory information provided, we can assume that the statement is true.

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  • 16. 

    Manny is very shy around woman

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Manny is shy around women. This means that he feels uncomfortable or nervous when interacting with women. This could be due to various reasons such as lack of confidence, social anxiety, or past experiences. Being shy around women can affect his ability to form relationships or engage in social situations involving women. Therefore, the correct answer is True, indicating that Manny is indeed shy around women.

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  • 17. 

    What did the father try to do the mother

    • Shank her

    • Shoot her

    • Suffocate her

    Correct Answer
    A. Shoot her
  • 18. 

    What does manny's mother think his sister did while she was away?

    • ******* innapropriate content

    • Shopping spree

    • Stole food

    Correct Answer
    A. ******* innapropriate content
  • 19. 

    What do manny and his brother do to get money in the beggening of the book?

    • they go rob someone

    • They go working for a drug store

    • They pick chili peppers

    Correct Answer
    A. They pick chili peppers
    Explanation
    In the beginning of the book, Manny and his brother pick chili peppers to earn money. This suggests that they engage in manual labor and work in the fields to make a living. Picking chili peppers is a common job in agricultural communities and can be physically demanding. This activity also hints at the characters' determination and willingness to work hard for their financial needs.

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  • 20. 

    21-30: identify the figurative language in the sentences and write metaphor, simile, hyperbole, or personifacation, there can be more than one answer. “The sun was a spot of dried blood on the rim of the horizon when Grandma waved at the  cherry tree with her finger" 

    Correct Answer
    Metaphor
    Explanation
    In this sentence, the sun is being compared to a spot of dried blood on the rim of the horizon. This is a metaphor because it directly states that the sun is the spot of dried blood, without using "like" or "as" to make the comparison.

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  • 21. 

    Manny gets a ride home from who?

    • Mr.Hart

    • Mr.garcia

    • Mr.ramirez

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr.Hart
    Explanation
    Manny gets a ride home from Mr. Hart.

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  • 22. 

    Who is the captain of this team?

    • Lyncho

    • Lencho

    • Lencha

    Correct Answer
    A. Lencho
    Explanation
    The correct answer is lencho because it is the only option that matches the question and is a valid name for a team captain.

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  • 23. 

    What tragic thing happens to the family 

    • The neighbors die

    • There mom gets sick

    • The grandma dies

    Correct Answer
    A. The grandma dies
    Explanation
    The tragic thing that happens to the family is that the grandma dies.

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  • 24. 

    "She had about a million freckles and enough wire to run a toy train over."

    Correct Answer
    hyperbole, personifacation
    Explanation
    The sentence uses hyperbole by exaggerating the number of freckles she has, implying that she has an excessive amount. It also uses personification by attributing the ability to run a toy train to the wire, giving it human-like qualities.

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  • 25. 

    Manny tries to go to a nicer school than the on ehe is going to.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Manny is attempting to transfer to a better school than the one he currently attends. This implies that he is not satisfied with his current school and wants to switch to a school that offers a higher quality education or better opportunities. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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  • 26. 

    Manny's father was wrongily arrested

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement states that Manny's father was wrongly arrested. The correct answer is False, which means that Manny's father was not wrongly arrested.

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  • 27. 

    What hapened at they chili fields?

    • The immigration officers came

    • The police came

    • The fire department came

    Correct Answer
    A. The immigration officers came
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the immigration officers came. This suggests that there was likely an incident or event at the chili fields that required the presence of immigration officers. It is unclear what specifically happened, but their arrival indicates that there may have been an issue related to immigration or the presence of unauthorized individuals at the chili fields.

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  • 28. 

    The harnandez's have lots of money

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is "The harnandez's have lots of money." The correct answer is "False." This means that the harnandez's do not have lots of money.

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  • 29. 

    “The sun was bright as an egg yolk leaking an orange finger across a porcelain plate” 

    Correct Answer
    simile
    Explanation
    The given sentence is an example of a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things using the words "like" or "as." In this case, the sun is being compared to an egg yolk leaking an orange finger across a porcelain plate. The comparison helps to create a vivid image in the reader's mind and adds descriptive detail to the sentence.

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  • 30. 

    What does manny think he did with his father's rifle?

    • Shot a hole in the roof

    • Shot his foot

    • Shot his sister

    Correct Answer
    A. Shot his sister
    Explanation
    Manny believes that he shot his sister with his father's rifle.

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  • 31. 

    Who is good at persuasion

    • Linchy

    • Lincho

    • Lycnhy

    Correct Answer
    A. Lincho
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "lincho" because it is the only option that is spelled correctly. The other options, "linchy" and "lycnhy," are misspelled variations of the correct answer. Since the question is asking who is good at persuasion, it is important to choose the option that is spelled correctly to ensure accuracy.

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  • 32. 

    Manny's mother has a job

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is "Manny's mother has a job" and the correct answer is False. This means that Manny's mother does not have a job.

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  • 33. 

    How does manny's sister react when her mother lectured her about what she thought she did?

    • She crys

    • She explodes at her (figuratively)

    • She understands

    Correct Answer
    A. She explodes at her (figuratively)
    Explanation
    The correct answer suggests that Manny's sister reacts to her mother's lecture by exploding at her figuratively. This means that she reacts with anger or frustration, possibly expressing her feelings in a strong and intense manner, although not necessarily physically. This implies that she may have a strong emotional response to her mother's lecture, indicating that she may not agree with her mother's perspective or feel unfairly criticized.

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  • 34. 

    Manny's father doesnt speak english

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Manny's father does not speak English. However, the correct answer is False, which means that Manny's father does speak English.

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  • 35. 

    How old is manny at the beggening of the book

    • 14

    • 15

    • 17

    Correct Answer
    A. 14
    Explanation
    At the beginning of the book, Manny is 14 years old.

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  • 36. 

    Who is manny's best friend

    • Albert

    • Bernie

    • Justin

    Correct Answer
    A. Albert
    Explanation
    The given correct answer for the question "who is Manny's best friend" is Albert.

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  • 37. 

    Manny goes to visit his..

    • Grandma

    • Grandpa

    • Cousins

    Correct Answer
    A. Grandma
    Explanation
    Manny goes to visit his grandma.

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  • 38. 

    What country are the Hernandez's from

    • Mexico

    • Portugal

    • Potu rico

    Correct Answer
    A. Mexico
    Explanation
    The Hernandez's are from Mexico.

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  • 39. 

    How much money is given to Manny for school supplies

    • $20

    • $15

    • $25

    Correct Answer
    A. $20
    Explanation
    Manny is given $20 for school supplies.

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  • 40. 

    Manny and his family are illegal immagrants

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Manny and his family are illegal immigrants. However, since the answer is False, it implies that Manny and his family are not illegal immigrants.

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  • 41. 

    Manny runs from the green vans

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "Manny runs from the green vans" is not necessarily true or false based on the given information. It does not provide any context or additional details to determine whether Manny actually runs from the green vans or not. Therefore, the correct answer cannot be determined from the given statement alone.

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  • 42. 

    What happened to Manny's best friend when he played on the ****** team

    • He won

    • He lost

    • He quit

    Correct Answer
    A. He lost
    Explanation
    Manny's best friend experienced a loss when he played on the ****** team. This means that the team he was a part of did not emerge as the winner in the game or competition they participated in.

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  • 43. 

    “Thoughts came like damp, echoing coughs, and the air felt empty. I sort of began to feel like no  gravity was holding me, and I was spiraling down a long, black tunnel” 

    Correct Answer
    simile
    Explanation
    The given passage uses a simile to describe the thoughts that came to the speaker. It compares the thoughts to damp, echoing coughs, emphasizing their heaviness and emptiness. The second part of the simile describes the feeling of the speaker, as if they were spiraling down a long, black tunnel. This comparison helps to create a vivid and dramatic image in the reader's mind, enhancing the emotional impact of the passage.

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  • 44. 

    What was one of manny's brother's previous jobs?

    • Busboy

    • Truck driver

    • Cleaning lady

    Correct Answer
    A. Busboy
    Explanation
    Manny's brother's previous job was a busboy.

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  • 45. 

    Who confronts Manny at the bus stop?

    • Mr.Hart

    • Mrs.Brown

    • Mr.martinez

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr.Hart
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Mr. Hart because he is the one who confronts Manny at the bus stop.

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  • 46. 

    What is the expression used for day laborers at the chili fields that worked hard?

    • Red skins

    • Wet backs

    • El loco compraez

    Correct Answer
    A. Wet backs
    Explanation
    The term "wet backs" is an offensive and derogatory expression used to refer to day laborers who work in chili fields and are perceived to work hard. The term is considered derogatory because it is based on a racial slur and implies that these laborers are illegal immigrants who have crossed the border by swimming across the Rio Grande River. The use of such language is disrespectful and dehumanizing towards the individuals it is meant to describe.

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  • 47. 

    "...as if trying to lift there roots and hustle away from the traffic."

    Correct Answer
    personification
    Explanation
    The given sentence uses personification to give human qualities to non-human objects. The phrase "trying to lift their roots and hustle away from the traffic" suggests that the objects (presumably trees) are making an effort to move away from the busy traffic, which is not something that trees can actually do. This personification helps to create a vivid image and adds depth to the description.

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  • 48. 

    What is bernardo's "six sense" ?

    • He is able to tell when it is going to rain

    • He is able to tell when something bad is going to happen

    • He is able to tell if someone is lying

    Correct Answer
    A. He is able to tell when something bad is going to happen
    Explanation
    Bernardo's "six sense" refers to his ability to predict when something bad is going to happen. This implies that he has an intuitive sense or premonition about impending negative events.

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  • 49. 

    What happened manny's best friend?

    • He got killed

    • He got beat up

    • He dropped out of school

    Correct Answer
    A. He got beat up
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "he got beat up". This suggests that Manny's best friend was physically assaulted or attacked by someone.

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