Maria's Family Vacation Dilemma

Maria, a 10th grader, feels too mature for family vacations. She recalls a past trip to Disneyland and argues with her father about not wanting to go on another family trip. Left alone at home, Maria spends her day shopping with her friend Becky but is plagued by anxiety about her family's safety. When her family returns with exciting stories, Maria feels conflicted about her emotions and realizes she is growing up.

Why does Maria feel too grown up for family vacations?

• She is now a 10th grader.

• She has a new group of friends.

• She dislikes her family.

• She prefers to stay home alone.

What does Maria notice about other teenagers at Disneyland?

• They are not interested in rides.

• They are better dressed than she is.

• They are not having fun.

• They are all with their parents.

What does Maria's father emphasize when discussing his childhood?

• The value of money.

• The need for education.

• Respect and hard work.

• The importance of vacations.

How does Maria react to her father's insistence on the vacation?

• She plans to run away.

• She agrees to go.

• She argues and retreats to her room.

• She apologizes immediately.

Who convinces Maria's father to let her stay home?

• Her grandmother.

• Her brothers.

• Her mother.

• Her uncle.

What does Maria do after her family leaves for the vacation?

• She starts packing for college.

• She goes to visit her grandmother.

• She feels guilty and worries.

• She throws a party.

What activity does Maria do with her friend Becky?

• They attend a concert.

• They go shopping at the mall.

• They go to the movies.

• They visit a museum.

What news does Maria hear that increases her anxiety?

• A storm is approaching.

• An accident near her family's destination.

• Her friend is moving away.

• Her school is closing.

How does Maria feel when her family returns from vacation?

• Relieved and happy.

• Angry and resentful.

• Excited and eager.

• Indifferent and bored.