U.S.-Mexico Border Statistics
Comparing legal Mexican immigrant entries and border apprehensions across the entire time period (1920–1950), what does the data suggest about U.S. immigration policy?
A. U.S. policy shifted from welcoming legal immigration in the 1920s to restricting it in the 1930s–1940s, while simultaneously failing to prevent illegal border crossings, especially during the Bracero era
B. U.S. immigration policy remained stable throughout 1920–1950, consistently favoring legal immigration over illegal border crossings
C. The U.S. government successfully prevented all illegal border crossings by enforcing strict immigration laws throughout the entire period
D. Legal immigration entries and border apprehensions always moved in the same direction, indicating they were caused by the same economic factors
A. U.S. policy shifted from welcoming legal immigration in the 1920s to restricting it in the 1930s–1940s, while simultaneously failing to prevent illegal border crossings, especially during the Bracero era
Where are George and Lennie at the beginning of the story?
A. At a ranch
B. In a small town
C. Near a river
D. Inside a farmhouse
Answer: C. Near a river
Why has NASA's Perseverance rover been able to travel across the surface of Mars faster than its predecessor, Opportunity (2:48-3:06)?
A) It uses a more powerful engine.
B) It features advanced self-driving (AutoNav) technology.
C) It has more durable wheels for rocky terrain.
D) It receives real-time driving instructions from Earth controllers.
B) It features advanced self-driving (AutoNav) technology.
What is the main purpose of World Food Day?
A. To celebrate popular restaurants
B. To raise awareness about hunger and food security C. To encourage people to eat more
D. To celebrate different desserts
Answer: B. To raise awareness about hunger and food security
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
A. Venus
B. Jupiter
C. Mars
D. Saturn
Answer: C. Mars
According to the data table, legal Mexican immigrant entries dropped dramatically between 1920 and 1931. What was the approximate percentage decline in legal entries from 1920 to 1931?
A. Approximately 4% decline (from 52,361 to 50,305)
B. Approximately 96% decline (from 52,361 to 2,056)
C. Approximately 38% decline (from 52,361 to 32,378)
D. Approximately 1,100% increase (from 1,291 to 15,584)
B. Approximately 96% decline (from 52,361 to 2,056)
What does Lennie have in his pocket?
A. A dead mouse
B. A photograph
C. Some money
D. A small rock
Answer: A. A dead mouse
On Wednesday's episode, according to the study mentioned in the video, what is a "leading indicator" that helps scientists predict if a year will have a higher risk of Lyme disease?
A) The amount of rainfall during the spring season
B) The population count of deer in the forest
C) The number of acorns produced by oak trees
D) The temperature during the winter months
C) The number of acorns produced by oak trees
Approximately how many people worldwide experienced hunger in 2024?
A. 50 million
B. 200 million
C. 673 million
D. 2 billion
Answer: C. 673 million
Which social media platform was originally known for its 6-second videos?
A. TikTok
B. Vine
C. Snapchat
D. Instagram
Answer: B. Vine
The data shows that formal deportations peaked in 1931 at 15,584. Which historical event best explains why deportations spiked during this period?
A. The Bracero Program was launched to bring in more Mexican workers, so the government deported those already here to make room
B. A sudden surge in illegal border crossings in 1931 forced the government to increase deportations
C. The Great Depression created economic hardship and led to increased targeting of Mexican immigrants and people of Mexican descent for removal
D. Border Patrol technology improved dramatically in 1931, making it easier to apprehend and deport undocumented migrants
C. The Great Depression created economic hardship and led to increased targeting of Mexican immigrants and people of Mexican descent for removal
Why does George get frustrated with Lennie?
A. Lennie refuses to work
B. Lennie wants to go home
C. Lennie steals food
D. Lennie forgets things and doesn't listen
Answer: D. Lennie forgets things and doesn't listen
Which major achievement did Queen Suthida of Thailand recently accomplish, marking her as the first royal to do so?
A) She completed a record-breaking international diplomatic mission.
B) She successfully solo-piloted a fighter jet.
C) She authored a historical book on the Thai monarchy.
D) She founded a major new environmental organization.
B) She successfully solo-piloted a fighter jet.
Which organization established World Food Day?
A. World Health Organization (WHO)
B. United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
C. World Bank
D. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Answer: D. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Which country invented the modern version of pizza?
A. Italy
B. France
C. Greece
D. Spain
Answer: A. Italy
The note at the bottom of the data table states that official deportation figures for the 1930s are likely an undercount, with historians estimating the actual number of people forced to leave was 500,000–1 million. What does this discrepancy suggest?
A. The data table is unreliable and should not be used for any historical analysis
B. Historians disagree about whether the Great Depression actually affected Mexican immigration at all
C. The difference between official and actual numbers is explained by the high number of border apprehensions, which are counted separately
D. Many people were forced to leave through ‘voluntary repatriation’ and coercion rather than through official formal deportation orders
D. Many people were forced to leave through ‘voluntary repatriation’ and coercion rather than through official formal deportation orders
What does Lennie like to do with soft things?
A. Collect them
B. Pet them
C. Hide them
D. Give them away
Answer: B. Pet them
According to Tuesday's episode, why did researchers name the newly identified genus of ancient crocodile Herogavialis?
A) Because it was discovered near the Nile River.
B) After an Egyptian deity associated with the Great Sphinx.
C) Due to its exceptionally sharp, heroic-looking teeth.
D) Because it was found during a royal excavation in Thailand.
B) After an Egyptian deity associated with the Great Sphinx.
What does the term "food insecurity" mean?
A. Not having reliable access to enough safe, nutritious food
B. Disliking certain foods
C. Eating at different times each day
D. Choosing to avoid certain ingredients
Answer: A. Not having reliable access to enough safe, nutritious food
Which fruit has its seeds on the outside?
A. Blueberry
B. Watermelon
C. Strawberry
D. Apple
Answer: C. Strawberry
Border apprehensions increased dramatically from 10,000 in 1943 to 198,000 in 1947 and 569,000 in 1950. Which of the following best explains this pattern?
A. Formal deportations increased from 3,747 in 1943 to 19,813 in 1947, so the government was deporting more people than usual
B. The Bracero Program, which brought in contracted Mexican workers, may not have satisfied U.S. labor demand, leading to increased illegal border crossings alongside the legal program
C. The Bracero Program successfully eliminated all illegal border crossings, so the apprehension numbers must be recording something else
D. The Great Depression continued into the 1940s and 1950s, forcing more Mexicans to attempt illegal border crossings
B. The Bracero Program, which brought in contracted Mexican workers, may not have satisfied U.S. labor demand, leading to increased illegal border crossings alongside the legal program
What does George tell Lennie to do if he gets into trouble?
A. Find the nearest town
B. Ask the boss for help
C. Hide in the brush near the river
D. Run back to their old home
Answer: C. Hide in the brush near the river
According to Friday's episode, which city has become a major global hub for artificial intelligence, attracting many tech startups away from Silicon Valley?
A) Vancouver
B) Montreal
C) Toronto
D) Ottawa
C) Toronto
Which of the following is one of the biggest contributors to food insecurity worldwide?
A. Too many grocery stores
B. People eating too much fruit
C. Conflict, poverty, and climate-related disasters
D. Having too many food choices
Answer: C. Conflict, poverty, and climate-related disasters
Which animal can sleep while standing up?
A. Lion
B. Penguin
C. Horse
D. Dolphin
Answer: C. Horse