Angela DuPre's Experience at Sky Trails Air

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What was the main reason for Angela's anxiety at work?

She was trying to remember a difficult code for standby passengers (correct)

She was nervous about working with Monique

She was severely mentally challenged

She was concerned about the safety of the passengers

What was Monique's attitude towards Angela?

She was condescending and superior (correct)

She was neutral and professional

She was very supportive and patient

She was friendly and talkative

What did Angela use to write down the code for standby passengers?

A sticky note

A Post-it note (correct)

A piece of paper

A whiteboard

Why did Angela's supervisor Monique have a perfect tan?

The reason is not specified in the text Signup and view all the answers

What was Angela's fear when a standby passenger would show up at the counter?

She would forget the code for standby passengers Signup and view all the answers

What was Angela's initial thought when she saw the plane that night?

She was wondering how many mistakes she could make without getting fired Signup and view all the answers

What did Angela do when she felt overwhelmed and needed a break?

She sighed and glanced up from her computer screen Signup and view all the answers

How did Angela perform in school and at the Sky Trails orientation?

She did fine in both Signup and view all the answers

How did Jonah's parents receive the news about adopting him?

They received a call out of the blue Signup and view all the answers

What is Jonah's main concern about his parents' storytelling?

They tell the story too often Signup and view all the answers

What is Chip's motivation for encouraging Jonah to try out for the basketball team?

He wants Jonah to become more popular Signup and view all the answers

What is Jonah's reaction when Chip mentions the basketball team?

He starts laughing Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jonah's father put his arm around Katherine's waist?

To show affection Signup and view all the answers

What is Jonah's minor grievance about his name?

It is associated with a whale Signup and view all the answers

How does Chip respond when Jonah asks him if he has a crush on his sister?

He shrugs Signup and view all the answers

What is Jonah's mood at the end of the passage?

Laughing Signup and view all the answers

What term does Katherine use to imitate her dad's tone when discussing Jonah's adoption?

Self-actualization Signup and view all the answers

Why does Katherine think Jonah's parents bring up the story of his adoption?

To start telling the story of how they had kids Signup and view all the answers

What is Katherine's concern when Jonah talks about wanting to know more about his birth parents?

That Jonah will start acting out Signup and view all the answers

Why does Katherine think Jonah's parents are reading books about adoption?

To figure out what to say to Jonah so he doesn't act out Signup and view all the answers

What is Katherine's attitude towards Jonah's concerns about his birth parents?

Dismissive and sarcastic Signup and view all the answers

What is the tone of Katherine's imitation of her dad's voice?

Sarcastic and mocking Signup and view all the answers

What does Katherine compare her parents' story of her potty-training to?

The story of Jonah's adoption Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonah realize that Katherine has probably done?

Read books about adoption Signup and view all the answers

What is Chip's concern about the letters he received?

That they might reveal his adoption status Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonah suggest might have happened to the school's computer system?

It was hacked by a student Signup and view all the answers

Why does Chip want Jonah to open the letters?

Because he is too scared to open them himself Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the yellow forwarding stickers on the letters?

They cover up an old address with a new one Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonah think might be the reason behind the weird letters?

Someone is trying to prank them Signup and view all the answers

How does Chip feel when he sees the letters addressed to him?

Anxious Signup and view all the answers

What does Jonah read from the first letter?

You are one of the missing Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the address 'Winnetka, Illinois'?

It is Chip's old address Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for Katherine's insistence on accompanying her parents to the meeting?

She wants to prove that she is part of the family and should be involved Signup and view all the answers

What is Jonah's initial reaction when he hears a beeping sound?

He jumps in surprise, thinking it might be related to the meeting Signup and view all the answers

What is Jonah's attitude towards Katherine's insistence on joining the meeting?

He is annoyed by her drama and persistence Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the leftover chili mentioned in the conversation?

It's a convenient meal option in case the meeting runs late Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of Katherine's dramatic gestures during the argument?

She is emphasizing her point about being part of the family Signup and view all the answers

Why do Jonah's parents eventually give in to Katherine's demands?

The reason is not explicitly stated in the text Signup and view all the answers

What is the tone of Jonah's internal monologue when he thinks about Katherine playing Tetris on her cell phone?

Annoyed and frustrated Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the italicized phrases in the text?

They indicate Jonah's sarcastic tone Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Angela DuPre and the Airplane

Angela DuPre worked at Sky Trails Air and had a difficult first day on the job due to her supervisor Monique's constant criticism and condescending behavior.
Angela lost a Post-it note with a code for standby passengers and was worried about asking Monique for help again.
Monique had perfect hair, nails, and a tan, and seemed to know all the Sky Trails codes, making Angela feel more anxious and incompetent.

Jonah's Family

Jonah's parents, who were not his biological parents, had adopted him and often told the story of how they got him.
Jonah's parents were "sappy" and told the story too often, making him feel embarrassed.
Jonah's parents had also adopted a girl named Katherine, who was a year younger than Jonah.

Jonah and Chip

Jonah was practicing basketball with his friend Chip when they started talking about Jonah's parents and his adoption.
Chip teased Jonah about trying out for the basketball team and getting popular with girls.
Jonah asked Chip if he had a crush on Katherine, but Chip didn't give a clear answer.

Adoption and Parents

Jonah's parents were worried about him finding out about his birth parents and would often read books about adoption to prepare themselves.
Katherine told Jonah that their parents were reading books like "Raising the Well-Adjusted Adopted Child" and "Adoption Without Secrets" to figure out how to talk to him about his adoption.
Jonah felt that his parents were overreacting and didn't want to talk about his adoption.

The Mysterious Letters

Chip received a mysterious letter with no return address that said "You are one of the missing".
Jonah and Chip tried to figure out who sent the letter and why they were targeting adopted kids.
Chip received more letters, including one that had been forwarded from his old address, making Jonah think it might be kids from school playing a prank.

The Meeting

Jonah's parents were taking him to a meeting, but he didn't know what it was about.
Katherine insisted on going to the meeting with them, saying that she was part of the family and it affected her too.
Jonah was surprised that his parents gave in to Katherine's demands, and wondered what she had promised in exchange.
At the meeting, Jonah felt anxious and wondered what secrets would be revealed about his life.

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Angela DuPre shares her experience working at Sky Trails Air, where she encounters an airplane and wonders about her job security.