A Police Stop Changed This Teenager's Life

What was unusual about the teenager's presence on Industrial Way, according to Corporal Kirk Keffer?

• It was a busy street with lots of pedestrians.

• Teenagers often hang out there.

• There's usually no foot traffic, so it was odd to see someone walking.

• It was a residential area.

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How did Jourdan Duncan feel when he was first approached by Officer Keffler?

• Confident and calm

• Absolutely nervous

• Excited and enthusiastic

• Indifferent and unresponsive

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Why did Jourdan Duncan start walking to work instead of asking for rides?

• He wanted to save money for college.

• His car was broken and he couldn't afford to fix it.

• He did not want to burden others by asking for rides.

• He enjoyed the exercise and fresh air.

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What was the purpose of Keffer's visit to the bike shop?

• To repair his own bike.

• To donate his bike to charity.

• To buy a reliable mountain bike for Duncan.

• To meet with the shop owner for a police matter.

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Why was Keffer impressed with Jourdan Duncan?

• Because Duncan had a quick sense of humor.

• Because Duncan was able to fix his own bike.

• Because Duncan walked a long distance to and from work every day.

• Because Duncan volunteered at the police department.

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What does the word "reliable" mean as used in the context of the bike shop conversation?

• Expensive and high-quality.

• Capable of being trusted or depended on.

• Old and well-known.

• Fast and lightweight.

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What did Duncan's supervisor do on the night of September 19?

• He gave Duncan a warning.

• He called Duncan outside to surprise him with a token of gratitude.

• He asked Duncan to work overtime.

• He reprimanded Duncan for being late.

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Why did the officers decide to give Duncan the bike?

• Because he was always late to work.

• To make his trip to work easier and as a recognition of his hard work.

• Because he won a contest.

• As a reward for his academic achievements.

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How does the author's organization of the news story contribute to the author's purpose?

• It entertains readers with details of events.

• It informs readers of the sequence of events.

• It persuades readers that Duncan needs a bike.

• It allows readers to draw conclusions about events.

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Based on the details in paragraphs 7–8 and 12, which statement best expresses Corporal Keffer’s opinion about Jourdan’s situation?

• Corporal Keffer thinks that Jourdan should be getting rides.

• Corporal Keffer thinks that all teenagers should work at night.

• Corporal Keffer thinks the police should patrol the industrial area more often.

• Corporal Keffer thinks that keeping commitments and working hard can help someone succeed.

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