1.
What do you predict will happen next?
2.
How often did trains arrive?
Correct Answer
B. Every day
Explanation
Trains arrive every day, which implies that there is a regular schedule for train arrivals. This suggests that trains run on a daily basis, ensuring consistent transportation for commuters and travelers. The option "every hour" would indicate a higher frequency than necessary for train arrivals, while "every week" and "every month" would imply a less frequent schedule, which would not be practical for regular train services.
3.
Why were the stagecoaches going away?
Correct Answer
B. The trains
Explanation
The correct answer is "The trains." Stagecoaches were going away because trains were a more efficient and faster mode of transportation. Trains offered a more reliable and comfortable travel experience compared to stagecoaches. The trains revolutionized transportation, making stagecoaches obsolete and unnecessary.
4.
What was Winnie drawing a picture of?
Correct Answer
B. A stagecoach
Explanation
Winnie was drawing a picture of a stagecoach.
5.
Who did Winnie meet?
Correct Answer
A. Jane Poole
Explanation
Winnie met Jane Poole.
6.
How long will it take for the train to go from Omaha to San Francisco?
Correct Answer
B. 5 days
Explanation
Based on the given options, the train will take 5 days to travel from Omaha to San Francisco. This is the most reasonable answer as traveling by train from Omaha to San Francisco would typically take several days, considering the distance between the two cities.
7.
Who was Johnny?
Correct Answer
A. Jane's brother
Explanation
Johnny was Jane's brother because siblings share the same parents, and the given options include Jane's father, uncle, cousin, and brother. Since Johnny cannot be Jane's father, uncle, or cousin, the only remaining option is that he is her brother.
8.
Johnny was rude about the Chinese
Correct Answer
A. TRUE
Explanation
The given statement suggests that Johnny was rude about the Chinese. This means that Johnny displayed disrespectful or offensive behavior towards the Chinese people. Therefore, the correct answer is TRUE, indicating that the statement is accurate.
9.
What did the two man say?
Correct Answer
C. The Chinese weren't going to take it anymore
Explanation
The correct answer suggests that the two men expressed their dissatisfaction and unwillingness to tolerate the situation any longer.
10.
What did Winnie wonder about?
Correct Answer
C. If everyone hated the Chinese
Explanation
Winnie wondered if everyone hated the Chinese. This suggests that she may have felt insecure or anxious about her identity and how she is perceived by others. She may have been concerned about facing discrimination or prejudice based on her Chinese ethnicity. This question highlights the theme of identity and the impact of societal attitudes on an individual's sense of belonging.
11.
Why would the Union Pacific want to stir up trouble?
Correct Answer
C. BOTH
Explanation
The Union Pacific would want to stir up trouble both to slow down the Central Pacific and to earn more money. By causing disruptions and delays for their competitor, the Union Pacific could potentially gain an advantage in the race to complete the transcontinental railroad. Additionally, stirring up trouble could create opportunities for the Union Pacific to negotiate better financial terms or secure additional funding for their own project.
12.
Why were the Chinese unhappy?
Correct Answer
D. ALL OF THE ABOVE
Explanation
The Chinese were unhappy because they had to perform dangerous jobs, they faced disrespect, and they were paid poorly. These factors combined led to their overall dissatisfaction and unhappiness.