Red Means Good Fortune Final Test

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1. What is the name of the book?

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The correct answer is "Red Means Good Fortune" because it is the only option that is a complete title of a book. "The Iron Dragon Never Sleeps" and "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" are also titles of books, but they are not the correct answer. "Lyddie" is not a complete title and does not match the question.

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2. Where does Jin Mun's mom and sister live?

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Jin Mun's mom and sister live in China.

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3. What does Jin Mun's brother do?

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Jin Mun's brother works on the railroad.

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4. How were Chinese treated?

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Chinese were treated badly.

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5. What season was it?

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Chinese New Year is the correct answer because it is a season that occurs during a specific time of the year. It is a traditional Chinese festival that marks the beginning of the lunar calendar year. It usually falls between January and February, depending on the lunar calendar. Therefore, Chinese New Year can be considered a season in which people celebrate with various customs and traditions.

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6. Who did Jin Mun give the second lantern to?

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Jin Mun gave the second lantern to Lew Wai Hing.

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7. What languages does Jin Mun understand?

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Jin Mun understands Chinese and English. This can be inferred from the given options where each option lists the languages that Jin Mun understands. The correct answer is the option that includes both Chinese and English, which is the second option.

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8. Who is the main character?

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The main character in the story is Chin Jin Mun.

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9. How old is Chin Jin Mun?

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Chin Jin Mun is 12 years old.

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10. Who was Lew Wai Hing?

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Lew Wai Hing was a slave girl.

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11. Did the police care if someone was kidnapped?

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The answer "No" suggests that the police did not care if someone was kidnapped. This implies that the police did not show concern or take any action when someone was kidnapped.

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12. Where does the story take place?

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The story takes place in Chinatown, which is a distinct neighborhood in a city, often characterized by a large population of Chinese immigrants. Chinatown is known for its unique cultural atmosphere, with Chinese restaurants, shops, and other businesses that reflect Chinese traditions and customs. The correct answer is Chinatown because it specifically mentions a location that is associated with a Chinese community, suggesting that the story is set in this particular neighborhood.

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13. How many lanterns did he get?

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The question asks how many lanterns he got. The answer is 2, indicating that he received two lanterns.

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14. How did Lew Wai Hing get to the United States?

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15. What happened to Chin Jin Mun after talking to Wong Lo You?

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After talking to Wong Lo You, Chin Jin Mun became frightened and decided to flee from Chinatown.

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16. Where is Lew Wai Hing a slave?

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Lew Wai Hing is a slave at a restaurant.

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17. Why did they use the wagon to get the laundry?

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The reason they used the wagon to get the laundry was because it was safer. This implies that there might have been some potential risks or dangers involved in using other methods or alternatives. By choosing the wagon, they were able to ensure the safety of the laundry and possibly avoid any potential accidents or damage that could have occurred with other options.

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18. What language did Lew Wai Hing's family speak?

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Lew Wai Hing's family spoke Toishan.

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19. What was Jin Mun afraid that would happen to Lew Wai Hing?

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Jin Mun was afraid that someone would marry Lew Wai Hing. This suggests that Jin Mun had feelings for Lew Wai Hing and did not want her to be taken away by someone else. It implies a sense of possessiveness and concern for her well-being in terms of her romantic relationship.

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20. What job does his father have?

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The question is asking about the job of the person's father. The correct answer is "someone who does laundry." This implies that the person's father works in the field of laundry services, possibly as a laundry worker or a laundry service provider.

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21. How does Jin Mun help his father?

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Jin Mun helps his father by both delivering clothes and translating letters. This means that he assists his father in two different ways - by delivering clothes, which implies that he helps with his father's business, and by translating letters, which suggests that he assists with communication or language-related tasks.

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22. Why did his father try to save money?

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The father tried to save money in order to send it back home. This suggests that he had financial responsibilities or obligations towards his family or loved ones in another location. Saving money would allow him to fulfill those obligations and provide support to his family.

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23. Why did Chin Jin Mun write his brother?

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Chin Jin Mun wrote his brother because he wanted advice. This suggests that he was facing a situation or a problem for which he needed guidance or suggestions. Writing to his brother indicates that he trusted his brother's judgment and valued his opinion. It implies that he sought his brother's help in making a decision or finding a solution to a particular issue.

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24. Why couldn't Lew Wai Hing' parents help?

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The reason Lew Wai Hing's parents couldn't help is because they didn't have enough money. This suggests that financial constraints prevented them from providing assistance.

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25. Why were they building the Transcontinental Railroad?

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The Transcontinental Railroad was built to connect the country. This infrastructure project aimed to link the eastern and western parts of the United States, allowing for faster and more efficient transportation of people and goods across the nation. By connecting the coasts, it facilitated trade, communication, and the expansion of settlements and industries. The construction of the Transcontinental Railroad played a crucial role in the development and unification of the United States.

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26. When did story take place?

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The correct answer is "right after the Civil War." This can be inferred based on the options provided. The 1700's is too early, the 1960's is too late, and 2012 is much later. Therefore, the most logical option is that the story takes place right after the Civil War.

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27. What relative of Lew Wai Hing lived in San Francisco?

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The correct answer is "Her cousin." This can be inferred from the information given in the question that Lew Wai Hing has a relative living in San Francisco. Since a cousin is a common relative, it is reasonable to assume that the relative mentioned in the question is her cousin.

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28. What type of business does her cousin have?

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Her cousin has a herb store.

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29. How many years will Lew Wai Hing have to work for him?

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Lew Wai Hing will have to work for 1-2 years.

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30. Why did the Chinese call the whites White Devils?

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The Chinese called the whites "White Devils" because they had been treated badly by them. This suggests that the Chinese had negative experiences or interactions with white individuals, which led them to use this derogatory term to describe them.

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31. What did Older Brother decide to do?

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Older Brother decided to stay working on the railroad.

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32. How much money would it cost to buy Lew Wai Hing?

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33. Why did Wong Lo You get mad at Chin Jin Mun?

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Wong Lo You got mad at Chin Jin Mun because he said he had talked to Lew Wai Hing.

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34. What did his father tell Jin Mun about Lew Wai Hing?

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The correct answer suggests that Jin Mun's father advised him to stay away from Lew Wai Hing because he believed that Jin Mun wouldn't be able to help her. This implies that there may be some kind of trouble or danger associated with the girl, and Jin Mun's father wants to protect him by keeping him away from her.

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35. How much money does Lew Wai Hing cost?

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Lew Wai Hing costs $800. This can be inferred from the options given, where each option represents a different amount of money. The highest amount mentioned is $800, indicating that it is the cost of Lew Wai Hing.

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36. What did Jin Mun do to help keep Wong Lo You from marrying or selling Lew Wai Hing?

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Jin Mun did both things to help keep Wong Lo You from marrying or selling Lew Wai Hing. He had his father do his clothes for free, which implies that he used his influence or connections to get his father to provide a service without charge. Additionally, he translated letters, indicating that he played a role in facilitating communication between Wong Lo You and Lew Wai Hing, possibly to help them stay connected and prevent any unwanted actions.

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37. Why was Father angry was Chin Jin Mun?

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Father was angry with Chin Jin Mun because he was hurt by his actions and also because he left the laundry. Both of these reasons contributed to Father's anger towards Chin Jin Mun.

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What is the name of the book?
Where does Jin Mun's mom and sister live?
What does Jin Mun's brother do?
How were Chinese treated?
What season was it?
Who did Jin Mun give the second lantern to?
What languages does Jin Mun understand?
Who is the main character?
How old is Chin Jin Mun?
Who was Lew Wai Hing?
Did the police care if someone was kidnapped?
Where does the story take place?
How many lanterns did he get?
How did Lew Wai Hing get to the United States?
What happened to Chin Jin Mun after talking to Wong Lo You?
Where is Lew Wai Hing a slave?
Why did they use the wagon to get the laundry?
What language did Lew Wai Hing's family speak?
What was Jin Mun afraid that would happen to Lew Wai Hing?
What job does his father have?
How does Jin Mun help his father?
Why did his father try to save money?
Why did Chin Jin Mun write his brother?
Why couldn't Lew Wai Hing' parents help?
Why were they building the Transcontinental Railroad?
When did story take place?
What relative of Lew Wai Hing lived in San Francisco?
What type of business does her cousin have?
How many years will Lew Wai Hing have to work for him?
Why did the Chinese call the whites White Devils?
What did Older Brother decide to do?
How much money would it cost to buy Lew Wai Hing?
Why did Wong Lo You get mad at Chin Jin Mun?
What did his father tell Jin Mun about Lew Wai Hing?
How much money does Lew Wai Hing cost?
What did Jin Mun do to help keep Wong Lo You from marrying or selling...
Why was Father angry was Chin Jin Mun?
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