Question 2 of 14 • FL-1001040-M/J Language Arts 2 A-CR
Read the excerpt from The Red Umbrella. "They’re not going with us.” My fear turned into anger. "You’re sending us away, aren’t you? Like some of the other kids. How can you do that?”Papá’s eyes glistened. "Lucy, we have no choice. You know they won’t let us leave with you. Alicia Milian was able to get us some visa waivers for you and Frankie, but . . .”
Answer
A
Having a government visa waiver causes Lucía to express her anger.
B
Having a government visa waiver causes Lucía to ask questions.
C
Knowing that other kids are being sent away causes Lucía to understand the situation quickly.
D
Knowing that other kids are being sent away causes Lucía to make plans for leaving Cuba.