Red Means Good Fortune Final Test
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This test assesses how well students have learned the material in the book Red Means Good Fortune.
Good luck.
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What are 3 things you learned?
- 2.
What was your favorite part?
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What would you change?
- 4.
What is the name of the book?
- A.
The Iron Dragon Never Sleeps
- B.
Red Means Good Fortune
- C.
The Witch of Blackbird Pond
- D.
Lyddie
Correct Answer
B. Red Means Good FortuneExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Who is the main character?
- A.
Chin Jin Mun
- B.
Lew Wai Hing
- C.
Wong Lo You
- D.
Li Bao Liu
Correct Answer
A. Chin Jin MunExplanation
The main character in the story is Chin Jin Mun.Rate this question:
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Where does the story take place?
- A.
Chinatown
- B.
Hong Kong
- C.
Boston
- D.
Bejing
Correct Answer
A. ChinatownExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How old is Chin Jin Mun?
- A.
9
- B.
12
- C.
15
- D.
18
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B. 12Explanation
Chin Jin Mun is 12 years old.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What job does his father have?
- A.
A banker
- B.
A lawyer
- C.
Someone who does laundry
- D.
A cook
Correct Answer
C. Someone who does laundryExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How does Jin Mun help his father?
- A.
Delivering clothes
- B.
Translating letters
- C.
BOTH
- D.
NEITHER
Correct Answer
C. BOTHExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Where does Jin Mun's mom and sister live?
- A.
With Jin Mun and his father
- B.
In China
Correct Answer
B. In ChinaExplanation
Jin Mun's mom and sister live in China.Rate this question:
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What does Jin Mun's brother do?
- A.
Work on the railroad
- B.
Work as a cook
- C.
Work as a banker
- D.
Work as a laundryman
Correct Answer
A. Work on the railroadExplanation
Jin Mun's brother works on the railroad.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Why were they building the Transcontinental Railroad?
- A.
They were bored.
- B.
To connect the country
- C.
To make people rich
- D.
They wanted to explore
Correct Answer
B. To connect the countryExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 13.
When did story take place?
- A.
The 1700's
- B.
Right after the Civil War
- C.
The 1960's
- D.
2012
Correct Answer
B. Right after the Civil WarExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 14.
How were Chinese treated?
- A.
Well
- B.
Badly
- C.
Ok
Correct Answer
B. BadlyExplanation
Chinese were treated badly.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Who was Lew Wai Hing?
- A.
A slave girl
- B.
A singer
- C.
The mayor
- D.
Jin Mun's sister
Correct Answer
A. A slave girlExplanation
Lew Wai Hing was a slave girl.Rate this question:
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How did Lew Wai Hing get to the United States?
- A.
She ran away.
- B.
She came on vacation
- C.
She was kidnapped.
- D.
Her parents sent her.
Correct Answer
C. She was kidnapped. -
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Did the police care if someone was kidnapped?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 18.
How much money would it cost to buy Lew Wai Hing?
- A.
600-1000
- B.
0-50
- C.
100-200
- D.
1000-2000
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Why did Chin Jin Mun write his brother?
- A.
He was lonely.
- B.
He wanted advice.
- C.
He wanted money
- D.
His father told him to.
Correct Answer
B. He wanted advice.Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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Why did his father try to save money?
- A.
To send home
- B.
He was cheap.
- C.
He owed a lot of money.
Correct Answer
A. To send homeExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Why did the Chinese call the whites White Devils?
- A.
To be mean
- B.
They had been treated badly by them
- C.
They had pointy hats
- D.
It was a term of respect.
Correct Answer
B. They had been treated badly by themExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Where is Lew Wai Hing a slave?
- A.
At restaurant
- B.
At the zoo
- C.
At a store
- D.
At a hotel
Correct Answer
A. At restaurantExplanation
Lew Wai Hing is a slave at a restaurant.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Why did Wong Lo You get mad at Chin Jin Mun?
- A.
The clothes weren't clean
- B.
Chin Jin Mun said he had talked to Lew Wai Hing
- C.
He had stolen money from him,
- D.
Chin Jin Mun spilled food on him
Correct Answer
B. Chin Jin Mun said he had talked to Lew Wai HingExplanation
Wong Lo You got mad at Chin Jin Mun because he said he had talked to Lew Wai Hing.Rate this question:
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What happened to Chin Jin Mun after talking to Wong Lo You?
- A.
He got chased out of Chinatown
- B.
He got scared and ran out of Chinatown
- C.
He was hit
- D.
He was attacked.
Correct Answer
B. He got scared and ran out of ChinatownExplanation
After talking to Wong Lo You, Chin Jin Mun became frightened and decided to flee from Chinatown.Rate this question:
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Why was Father angry was Chin Jin Mun?
- A.
He was hurt
- B.
He left the laundry.
- C.
BOTH
- D.
NEITHER
Correct Answer
C. BOTHExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Why did they use the wagon to get the laundry?
- A.
It was faster
- B.
It was safer
- C.
It was new
- D.
It was old
Correct Answer
B. It was saferExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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What did his father tell Jin Mun about Lew Wai Hing?
- A.
Ask the girl for a date
- B.
Stay away from the girl. You can't help her.
- C.
Mind your own business
- D.
Tell her to Leave Chinatown
Correct Answer
B. Stay away from the girl. You can't help her.Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 28.
What season was it?
- A.
Christmas
- B.
Chinese New Year
- C.
4th of July
- D.
Valentine's Day
Correct Answer
B. Chinese New YearExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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How many lanterns did he get?
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
3
- D.
4
Correct Answer
B. 2Explanation
The question asks how many lanterns he got. The answer is 2, indicating that he received two lanterns.Rate this question:
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Why couldn't Lew Wai Hing' parents help?
- A.
It was too far away
- B.
They didn't care
- C.
They didn't have enough money to help.
- D.
They were afraid.
Correct Answer
C. They didn't have enough money to help.Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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What languages does Jin Mun understand?
- A.
English only
- B.
Chinese and English
- C.
French and Chinese
- D.
Spanish and English
Correct Answer
B. Chinese and EnglishExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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What did Older Brother decide to do?
- A.
Return to China
- B.
Stay working on the railroad
- C.
Return to San Francisco
- D.
Return to Chinatown
Correct Answer
B. Stay working on the railroadExplanation
Older Brother decided to stay working on the railroad.Rate this question:
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What relative of Lew Wai Hing lived in San Francisco?
- A.
Her cousin
- B.
Her uncle
- C.
Her sister
- D.
Her grandma
Correct Answer
A. Her cousinExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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What type of business does her cousin have?
- A.
Herb Store
- B.
Laundrymat
- C.
Restaurant
- D.
Bank
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A. Herb StoreExplanation
Her cousin has a herb store.Rate this question:
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How much money does Lew Wai Hing cost?
- A.
$20
- B.
$200
- C.
$400
- D.
$800
Correct Answer
D. $800Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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How many years will Lew Wai Hing have to work for him?
- A.
0
- B.
1-2
- C.
5-6
- D.
15-16
Correct Answer
B. 1-2Explanation
Lew Wai Hing will have to work for 1-2 years.Rate this question:
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What was Jin Mun afraid that would happen to Lew Wai Hing?
- A.
She was be killed.
- B.
She would be kidnapped.
- C.
Someone would marry her.
- D.
She would be sent back to China.
Correct Answer
C. Someone would marry her.Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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What did Jin Mun do to help keep Wong Lo You from marrying or selling Lew Wai Hing?
- A.
Have his father do his clothes for free
- B.
Translate letters.
- C.
BOTH
- D.
NEITHER
Correct Answer
C. BOTHExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Who did Jin Mun give the second lantern to?
- A.
Menson Li
- B.
Lew Wai Hing
- C.
Ru Hui Feng
- D.
Li Bao Liu
Correct Answer
B. Lew Wai HingExplanation
Jin Mun gave the second lantern to Lew Wai Hing.Rate this question:
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What language did Lew Wai Hing's family speak?
- A.
Cantonese
- B.
Mandarin
- C.
Toishan
- D.
Urdu
Correct Answer
C. ToishanExplanation
Lew Wai Hing's family spoke Toishan.Rate this question:
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