Question

Which statement best describes the “coming-of-age” experience in this excerpt?
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A. Maya becomes angry that her brother gets special treatment.
B. Maya realizes that fairness doesn’t always happen immediately but requires patience.
C. Maya learns that she should stop trying to reach her goals.
D. Maya decides she will never forgive her mother.
What conflicting perspectives does the author present?
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A. Maya’s desire for independence vs. her mother’s trust in her brother
B. Maya’s dislike for driving vs. her brother’s excitement
C. The mother’s fear vs. the father’s indifference
D. Maya’s laziness vs. her brother’s hard work
Which line best shows Maya’s internal conflict?
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A. “Her mother said gently, as if reading her thoughts.”
B. “She had spent the summer mowing lawns and saving every dollar…”
C. “Her brother stalled the car in the driveway.”
D. “She surprised herself by smiling.”
What does the smile at the end symbolize?
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A. Maya is pretending to be happy for her brother.
B. Maya is beginning to accept that maturity means understanding and patience.
C. Maya feels guilty about her earlier jealousy.
D. Maya is proud of her brother’s driving skills.
Which theme is most clearly developed through Maya’s experience?
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A. Hard work always leads to quick rewards.
B. Maturity often involves understanding others’ perspectives and waiting for your moment.
C. Parents never treat their children equally.
D. Growing up means doing everything alone.

Answer 1

1. B

2. A

3. A

4. B

5. B