The Circuit CFA - 1.21

Which option best describes "The Circuit"?

• It is a story about Panchito's experience as a migrant farm worker.

• It is a story about Panchito's problems with his family.

• It is a story about Panchito's struggles with finding work.

• It is a story about Panchito's journey to America.

How does Panchito feel about moving?

• He thinks moving is an exciting adventure.

• He is indifferent towards moving.

• He dislikes moving from place to place.

• He thinks that living in one place is boring.

When Panchito and his brother see the school bus while working in the fields, how do they react?

• They wave at the bus.

• They run away and hide.

• They happily get in the bus.

• They wave at the children in the bus.

What is the one constant thing in Panchito's life?

• His friends.

• His job.

• His home.

• His family.

What does instinctively most likely mean?

• To do something without thinking

• To do something difficult

• To do something carefully

• To do something quickly

If someone were to hesitantly walk into a haunted house, what would they most likely do?

• Move with confidence

• Push past anyone in front of them

• Move slowly and shyly

• Thoughtlessly move through the house

Panchito does difficult work in the fields. Which of the following sentences best supports this claim?

• When the sun had tired and sunk behind the mountains, Ito signaled us that it was time to go home.

• Early next morning Mr. Sullivan showed us where his crop was, and after breakfast, Papa, Roberto, and I headed for the vineyard to pick.

• My body ached all over. I felt little control over my arms and legs. This feeling went on every morning for days until my muscles finally got used to the work.

Mr. Lema is kind to Panchito. Which of the following sentences best supports this claim?

• He walked up to me, handed me an English book, and asked me to read.

• "The first thing we have to do this morning is finish reading the story we began yesterday," he said enthusiastically.

• He must have read my face because before I could answer, he added: "I'll teach you how to play it during our lunch hours."

What theme is implied at the end of the story when Panchito sees the packed boxes?

• Good things happen when least expected

• Persistence is the key to happiness

• Nothing in life is permanent

• Friendship is not important

When Panchito's family finds work in a new place, they are happy to live in a garage with no windows and a dirt floor. What theme is implied by their reactions to their new home?

• A messy home leads to a disorganized life

• High expectations lead to high quality results

• People who have little possessions appreciate what they have