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Some items in this exercise are based on the story

The Big River Mix-Up

Betty was really surprised when Justin asked her out a couple of months ago. Before that he'd never even talked to her, and she never expected him to ask her for a date!

When they went out, they had a great time. Betty really enjoyed dancing with him. He appeared to be having good time, too.

Read the whole story!

Directions: Click the words in the order they go in a sentence. Use the number of words given. The meaning must be true according to the story The Big River Mix-Up. You can do some sentences more than one way. Sentences begin with a capital letter and end with a period. If your sentence is not correct, click CLEAR and try again. If you need help, click HELP. If you want a dictionary, try Longman , Encarta or Newbury House .

1 A couple of months ago, Justin did something surprising. What was it?

(2 possible answers: 4 or 6 words)

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2 Why was Betty surprised when Justin asked her out?

(2 possible answers: 8 or 10 words)

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3 What did Justin do during their first dinner date?

(5 or 7 words)

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4 What did Betty say about Justin's plan?

(4 or 5 words. If you're not sure, read the story!)

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5 Why did Betty say that she'd go to Las Vegas for Justin?

(8 words)

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6 How did Patty feel when she saw Betty's picture in the paper?

(5 or 6 words. Remember, the picture made Patty mad!)

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7 What would Justin do if someone accused him of illegal acts?

(6 words)

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8 What does Patty enjoy in her free time?

(4 possible answers: 3, 4, or 5 words)

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9 Why wouldn't Justin go camping with anyone?

(6 words. Remember: Justin prefers staying indoors--except to play golf.)

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10 Now that Justin has stopped dating Betty, how has she reacted?

(2 possible answers: 5 or 6 words. Hint: She stays away from him.)

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