Comprehension
From the way the writer tells the story, you can tell that Ernesto
learns to like the variety and challenge of his school
A smiling face is comforting in a strange, new situation.
reassuring
Miss Hopley was more tall than Miss Ryan.
taller
Who helped the writer feel more comfortable?
classmates from his homeland
give in
relent
How does Miss Ryan react when Ernesto tries to compare difficult English pronunciations with Spanish pronunciations?
She does not let Ernesto change the subject from English.
Miss Ryan guaranteed Ernesto that he was an important member of the class.
assured
He was the friendliest one of the two boys.
friendlier
In the story the word refugee means a person who
flees to another country for safety
looking down
downcast
The insults that Galarza says the children learn from the elders probably refer to
a person's race or ethnic background
Americans seem to have a gadget to help them do every kind of chore.
contraption
Miss Ryan was the most nicest person he knew.
nicest
Why did the writer's family move to the United States?
to escape a war
quick to recover
resilient
One of the main reasons that students from all cultures feel safe being themselves at the school is that
they learn that they can be Americans without giving up their traditions
insulting term for foreigner
How is Ernesto's school in California different than his school in Mazatlan?
The school in California has a shingled roof and automatic doors.
The author wrote this passage to
share a personal experience.
witty
quip
This episode of Barrio Boy is an example of a feature story, personal essay, fantasy, or creative fiction?
personal essay
Ernesto's learning a foreign language so quickly was impressive.
formidable
In what way is Ernesto like the other students in his class?
He does not know English and needs private lessons.
Which language did the writer speak first?
Khmer
What best describes someone who is flexible?
relents