La Juanita by Alice Dunbar-Nelson

What is the significance of the arrival of the "New Camelia" in Mandeville?

• It marks the beginning of a festival.

• It is the hour for the arrival of the daily connection from New Orleans.

• It signals the end of the workday for the locals.

• It is a signal for the townspeople to gather for a town meeting.

How does the text describe the atmosphere as the "New Camelia" arrives?

• Calm and uneventful

• Tense and mysterious

• Joyful and celebratory

• Sad and somber

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What role does La Juanita play in the community of Mandeville?

• She is a teacher at the local school.

• She is the mayor's daughter.

• She is considered the pride and pet of Mandeville.

• She is a local shopkeeper.

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What is the reaction of La Juanita when she meets Mercer?

• She greets him with a smile.

• She ignores him completely.

• She stamps her foot with passion.

• She shakes his hand formally.

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What was the reaction of Mandeville when Juanita put her hand through a window and tripped away with her Mercer?

• He laughed heartily.

• He sighed sadly and shook his head.

• He clapped his hands.

• He shouted with joy.

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What significant event was scheduled to occur on Monday in the story?

• A town meeting

• A big regatta

• A festival

• A market day

What was the name of the captain of Class A in the regatta?

• Captain Alvarez

• Captain Mandeville

• Captain Grangeman

• Captain Colomes

What colors were associated with "La Juanita" in the regatta?

• Blue and white

• Pink and gold

• Red and silver

• Green and yellow

What did Grandpere Colomes feel about the naming of the boat "La Juanita"?

• He was indifferent.

• He was proud.

• He was ashamed.

• He was amused.

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What did Grandpere Colomes do repeatedly as he stepped to the gallery?

• He laughed.

• He cried.

• He shouted.

• He chuckled.

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