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Father's Emigration Story

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What was the primary reason for the narrator's father's travel, according to the passage?

To escape the difficult circumstances of his family

To explore the United States and its opportunities

To seek his fortune on behalf of a charity organization (correct)

To visit friends in a strange new world

What was the narrator's initial impression of the tone in his father's letter?

Frustrated and critical

Uncertain and hesitant

Homesick and melancholy

Confident and optimistic (correct)

What was the narrator's family's financial situation like after the father left?

The mother was able to maintain her previous level of success

They had no reliable source of income and were forced to move (correct)

They had a stable income and home

They had to rely on the generosity of the father's brothers

How did the narrator's mother feel about having to go out and sell items to support the family?

She tried to avoid the pitying and disdainful looks of others Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the father's mention of the "United States" and "America" in his letter?

It was a source of hope and inspiration for the narrator Signup and view all the answers

What was the overall tone and mood of the passage?

Anxious and uncertain Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the author's father emigrating to America?

To seek better economic opportunities Signup and view all the answers

How did the author initially perceive his father's emigration to America?

As a confusing and uncertain event Signup and view all the answers

What event helped the author truly grasp the concept of America as a different world?

Falling ill with measles and receiving a heartfelt letter Signup and view all the answers

How was the author's father able to travel to America?

He received financial assistance from an aid society Signup and view all the answers

What was the author's initial reaction to his father's departure for America?

Excitement and enthusiasm Signup and view all the answers

How did the letter from the author's father differ from a typical travel description?

It conveyed a sense of hope and possibility Signup and view all the answers