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Is the protagonist of the story skilled in performing magic tricks?
Is the protagonist of the story skilled in performing magic tricks?
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Did the protagonist take out a glucose meter because he was feeling spacey and dreamy?
Did the protagonist take out a glucose meter because he was feeling spacey and dreamy?
True
Did the tall kid next to the protagonist struggle to open his locker?
Did the tall kid next to the protagonist struggle to open his locker?
True
Did the protagonist help the tall kid with his locker by giving him advice?
Did the protagonist help the tall kid with his locker by giving him advice?
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Was the tall kid in the story described as being built like a track-and-field champ?
Was the tall kid in the story described as being built like a track-and-field champ?
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Did the whole hallway grow a little quieter after the tall kid punched his locker?
Did the whole hallway grow a little quieter after the tall kid punched his locker?
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Salvador Vidón is the only person who has opened the lock so far this year.
Salvador Vidón is the only person who has opened the lock so far this year.
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Principal Torres turned her searchlight glasses on Salvador Vidón.
Principal Torres turned her searchlight glasses on Salvador Vidón.
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Yasmany's bullying will be tolerated under any circumstances.
Yasmany's bullying will be tolerated under any circumstances.
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Salvador Vidón put a raw chicken in Yasmany's locker.
Salvador Vidón put a raw chicken in Yasmany's locker.
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The conversation had been going well for Salvador Vidón before Gabi showed up.
The conversation had been going well for Salvador Vidón before Gabi showed up.
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Salvador Vidón can relax easily and is good at it.
Salvador Vidón can relax easily and is good at it.
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Yasmany physically attacks the protagonist before the confrontation draws a crowd at Culeco Academy
Yasmany physically attacks the protagonist before the confrontation draws a crowd at Culeco Academy
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The protagonist's unique outfit and long hair lead to assumptions about his race and gender
The protagonist's unique outfit and long hair lead to assumptions about his race and gender
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The protagonist's diabetes bag contains essential medical supplies
The protagonist's diabetes bag contains essential medical supplies
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The protagonist diffuses the situation by making a bizarre accusation about a dead chicken in Yasmany's locker
The protagonist diffuses the situation by making a bizarre accusation about a dead chicken in Yasmany's locker
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The protagonist's actions lead to a shift in power dynamics, ending the confrontation with a showman's flair
The protagonist's actions lead to a shift in power dynamics, ending the confrontation with a showman's flair
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The protagonist's resourcefulness and quick thinking help him navigate a potentially dangerous situation
The protagonist's resourcefulness and quick thinking help him navigate a potentially dangerous situation
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Yasmany is facing expulsion if he has another altercation with a student.
Yasmany is facing expulsion if he has another altercation with a student.
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Gabi Reál is a seventh grader and presents herself as Yasmany's lawyer and student council president.
Gabi Reál is a seventh grader and presents herself as Yasmany's lawyer and student council president.
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Principal Torres is completely convinced by Gabi's defense of Yasmany.
Principal Torres is completely convinced by Gabi's defense of Yasmany.
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The text captures the tension and drama within a school environment, showing the power dynamics between students and authority figures.
The text captures the tension and drama within a school environment, showing the power dynamics between students and authority figures.
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Sal Vidón is a new student who is impressed by Gabi's demeanor.
Sal Vidón is a new student who is impressed by Gabi's demeanor.
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Yasmany physically attacks the protagonist before the confrontation draws a crowd at Culeco Academy.
Yasmany physically attacks the protagonist before the confrontation draws a crowd at Culeco Academy.
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Yasmany is facing expulsion if he has another altercation with a student
Yasmany is facing expulsion if he has another altercation with a student
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Gabi Reál is a seventh grader and acts as Yasmany's lawyer
Gabi Reál is a seventh grader and acts as Yasmany's lawyer
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Principal Torres is not skeptical of Gabi's unexpected arrival as Yasmany's lawyer
Principal Torres is not skeptical of Gabi's unexpected arrival as Yasmany's lawyer
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Principal Torres is considering whether to expel Yasmany at the end of the interaction
Principal Torres is considering whether to expel Yasmany at the end of the interaction
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The text captures the tension and drama within a school environment
The text captures the tension and drama within a school environment
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Gabi's presentation is not influenced by her excessive exposure to legal dramas
Gabi's presentation is not influenced by her excessive exposure to legal dramas
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Is the protagonist planning to use a mirror box for their magic trick?
Is the protagonist planning to use a mirror box for their magic trick?
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Will the protagonist hide the yarn in their pocket during the magic trick?
Will the protagonist hide the yarn in their pocket during the magic trick?
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Will the protagonist be able to give the scarf back to the mark for inspection after the trick?
Will the protagonist be able to give the scarf back to the mark for inspection after the trick?
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Does the protagonist believe that the trick would work best if they could give the scarf back to the mark for inspection?
Does the protagonist believe that the trick would work best if they could give the scarf back to the mark for inspection?
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Will the trick involve drawing out the yarn to appear reknitted into a scarf?
Will the trick involve drawing out the yarn to appear reknitted into a scarf?
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Will the mirror box be about the size of a cat carrier?
Will the mirror box be about the size of a cat carrier?
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Sal initially hesitates to defend Yasmany because he wants him gone?
Sal initially hesitates to defend Yasmany because he wants him gone?
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Gabi convinces the principal to give Yasmany another chance by suggesting a 'teachable moment'?
Gabi convinces the principal to give Yasmany another chance by suggesting a 'teachable moment'?
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Principal Torres assigns Yasmany a five-page report on type-two diabetes?
Principal Torres assigns Yasmany a five-page report on type-two diabetes?
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Sal injures his knee while trying to escape from Gabi?
Sal injures his knee while trying to escape from Gabi?
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Sal exaggerates the severity of his injury to get sympathy from Gabi?
Sal exaggerates the severity of his injury to get sympathy from Gabi?
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The text showcases the dynamics of the characters and their interactions in a hospital setting?
The text showcases the dynamics of the characters and their interactions in a hospital setting?
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Mr. Milagros was tasked with cleaning up a dead chicken from the school floor
Mr. Milagros was tasked with cleaning up a dead chicken from the school floor
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Principal Torres concludes that the chicken may have never existed
Principal Torres concludes that the chicken may have never existed
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Sal reveals a magic trick involving a stamped palm to prove his point
Sal reveals a magic trick involving a stamped palm to prove his point
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Sal successfully demonstrates his magic trick to Principal Torres and Gabi
Sal successfully demonstrates his magic trick to Principal Torres and Gabi
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Gabi accuses Sal of inducing panic with his trick
Gabi accuses Sal of inducing panic with his trick
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Yasmany insists the chicken was real and caused a panic
Yasmany insists the chicken was real and caused a panic
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Sal is a new student at Culeco High School and is a magician in training
Sal is a new student at Culeco High School and is a magician in training
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The Textile Arts teacher, Dr. Doctorpants, is known for wearing costumes and runs a mask-and-masquerade shop on Etsy
The Textile Arts teacher, Dr. Doctorpants, is known for wearing costumes and runs a mask-and-masquerade shop on Etsy
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Sal is in the Knitting for Beginners pace group and is working on a red scarf
Sal is in the Knitting for Beginners pace group and is working on a red scarf
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Sal enjoys knitting and finds it satisfying to do a small task perfectly
Sal enjoys knitting and finds it satisfying to do a small task perfectly
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Sal notices that students at Culeco High School arrive early, stay late, and enjoy school
Sal notices that students at Culeco High School arrive early, stay late, and enjoy school
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Sal's experience at Culeco is a contrast to his previous school, where he would have been the only boy in a sewing class and faced potential conflict
Sal's experience at Culeco is a contrast to his previous school, where he would have been the only boy in a sewing class and faced potential conflict
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Salvador Vidón has been called to the principal's office multiple times because of his diabetes
Salvador Vidón has been called to the principal's office multiple times because of his diabetes
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Principal Torres acknowledges the need to educate staff and students about diabetes
Principal Torres acknowledges the need to educate staff and students about diabetes
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Principal Torres apologizes to Salvador and promises to make the school a safer place for him
Principal Torres apologizes to Salvador and promises to make the school a safer place for him
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Salvador Vidón believes that expulsion is too harsh for Yasmany's actions
Salvador Vidón believes that expulsion is too harsh for Yasmany's actions
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Yasmany admits to having a bad day before Principal Torres decides to expel him
Yasmany admits to having a bad day before Principal Torres decides to expel him
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Principal Torres's actions show her dedication to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students
Principal Torres's actions show her dedication to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students
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Principal Torres is considering whether to expel Yasmany at the end of the interaction.
Principal Torres is considering whether to expel Yasmany at the end of the interaction.
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Salvador Vidón put a raw chicken in Yasmany's locker.
Salvador Vidón put a raw chicken in Yasmany's locker.
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Gabi Reál is a seventh grader and presents herself as Yasmany's lawyer and student council president.
Gabi Reál is a seventh grader and presents herself as Yasmany's lawyer and student council president.
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The protagonist's resourcefulness and quick thinking help him navigate a potentially dangerous situation.
The protagonist's resourcefulness and quick thinking help him navigate a potentially dangerous situation.
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The protagonist diffuses the situation by making a bizarre accusation about a dead chicken in Yasmany's locker.
The protagonist diffuses the situation by making a bizarre accusation about a dead chicken in Yasmany's locker.
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Is the protagonist of the story skilled in performing magic tricks?
Is the protagonist of the story skilled in performing magic tricks?
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Principal Torres acknowledges the need to educate staff and students about diabetes
Principal Torres acknowledges the need to educate staff and students about diabetes
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Salvador has been called to the principal's office multiple times because of his diabetes
Salvador has been called to the principal's office multiple times because of his diabetes
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Yasmany is expelled for putting the raw chicken in Salvador's locker
Yasmany is expelled for putting the raw chicken in Salvador's locker
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Salvador successfully defends Yasmany from expulsion
Salvador successfully defends Yasmany from expulsion
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Principal Torres's actions demonstrate her dedication to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students
Principal Torres's actions demonstrate her dedication to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students
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Yasmany admits to having a bad day before being expelled
Yasmany admits to having a bad day before being expelled
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Principal Torres considered using a lie detector to determine the truth about the chicken in Yasmany's locker.
Principal Torres considered using a lie detector to determine the truth about the chicken in Yasmany's locker.
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Mr. Milagros confirmed that the chicken cleanup was going well.
Mr. Milagros confirmed that the chicken cleanup was going well.
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The protagonist, Sal, was easily intimidated by Principal Torres' stare.
The protagonist, Sal, was easily intimidated by Principal Torres' stare.
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Mr. Milagros is a character with a thick Cuban accent.
Mr. Milagros is a character with a thick Cuban accent.
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The protagonist, Sal, believes in living by the magician's code of never revealing how a trick is done.
The protagonist, Sal, believes in living by the magician's code of never revealing how a trick is done.
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Gabi is supportive of the protagonist, Sal, and his efforts to prove his innocence.
Gabi is supportive of the protagonist, Sal, and his efforts to prove his innocence.
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Sal believes he can fool the lie detector with tricky wording
Sal believes he can fool the lie detector with tricky wording
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Gabi is the one who places the helmet on Sal's head
Gabi is the one who places the helmet on Sal's head
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The lie detector responds when Sal tries to test it with a question
The lie detector responds when Sal tries to test it with a question
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Sal is enthusiastic about being hooked up to the lie detector
Sal is enthusiastic about being hooked up to the lie detector
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The green dot starts scribbling Sal's brain waves on the monitor
The green dot starts scribbling Sal's brain waves on the monitor
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Gabi asks Sal if he is ready to be hooked up to the lie detector
Gabi asks Sal if he is ready to be hooked up to the lie detector
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Sal believes he can fool the lie detector with tricky wording
Sal believes he can fool the lie detector with tricky wording
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The protagonist diffuses the situation by making a bizarre accusation about a dead chicken in Yasmany's locker.
The protagonist diffuses the situation by making a bizarre accusation about a dead chicken in Yasmany's locker.
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Gabi Reál is a seventh grader and presents herself as Yasmany's lawyer and student council president.
Gabi Reál is a seventh grader and presents herself as Yasmany's lawyer and student council president.
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Sal injures his knee while trying to escape from Gabi?
Sal injures his knee while trying to escape from Gabi?
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The text captures the tension and drama within a school environment, showing the power dynamics between students and authority figures.
The text captures the tension and drama within a school environment, showing the power dynamics between students and authority figures.
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Principal Torres acknowledges the need to educate staff and students about diabetes
Principal Torres acknowledges the need to educate staff and students about diabetes
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Yasmany celebrates by dancing after his lock opens.
Yasmany celebrates by dancing after his lock opens.
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The protagonist discovers a rip in the universe inside Yasmany's locker.
The protagonist discovers a rip in the universe inside Yasmany's locker.
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The protagonist decides not to drag anything through the rip until it closes.
The protagonist decides not to drag anything through the rip until it closes.
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The note found in the locker mentions quizzing Yasmany on his homework.
The note found in the locker mentions quizzing Yasmany on his homework.
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The note found in the locker mentions helping Yasmany with an essay on diabetes.
The note found in the locker mentions helping Yasmany with an essay on diabetes.
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The protagonist finds a note addressed to Yasmany in the locker.
The protagonist finds a note addressed to Yasmany in the locker.
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Sal lies to his teacher about collaborating on an act with Gabi, using a lie detector helmet to maintain the lie.
Sal lies to his teacher about collaborating on an act with Gabi, using a lie detector helmet to maintain the lie.
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Sal and Gabi avoid discussing the lie as they navigate through their school's crowd, with Sal heading to the prop room and then to his locker.
Sal and Gabi avoid discussing the lie as they navigate through their school's crowd, with Sal heading to the prop room and then to his locker.
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Sal manipulates the situation to make Yasmany think he is helping him open his locker, while actually inputting his own combination and tricking Yasmany into using it.
Sal manipulates the situation to make Yasmany think he is helping him open his locker, while actually inputting his own combination and tricking Yasmany into using it.
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Sal's plan to assert his confidence and subtly teach Yasmany a lesson succeeds, leaving Yasmany unaware of Sal's manipulation.
Sal's plan to assert his confidence and subtly teach Yasmany a lesson succeeds, leaving Yasmany unaware of Sal's manipulation.
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The text reveals Sal's fear of Yasmany and his internal struggle to overcome that fear by asserting his confidence.
The text reveals Sal's fear of Yasmany and his internal struggle to overcome that fear by asserting his confidence.
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The text captures the tense atmosphere of a middle school environment, where social dynamics and confrontations play a significant role in students' lives.
The text captures the tense atmosphere of a middle school environment, where social dynamics and confrontations play a significant role in students' lives.
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Salvador deliberately gives sarcastic and false answers to the questions in the classroom setting
Salvador deliberately gives sarcastic and false answers to the questions in the classroom setting
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The machine fails to detect Salvador's sarcasm and marks his false answers as true
The machine fails to detect Salvador's sarcasm and marks his false answers as true
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The teacher, Mrs. Waked, is amused by Salvador's performance in the classroom
The teacher, Mrs. Waked, is amused by Salvador's performance in the classroom
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Mrs. Waked assumes Salvador and Gabi planned the performance together
Mrs. Waked assumes Salvador and Gabi planned the performance together
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The class erupts into laughter and applause at the end of Salvador's performance
The class erupts into laughter and applause at the end of Salvador's performance
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Gabi covers for Salvador and takes credit for the performance
Gabi covers for Salvador and takes credit for the performance
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Sal is successful in using his magician skills to outwit Principal Torres and Gabi
Sal is successful in using his magician skills to outwit Principal Torres and Gabi
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Principal Torres is able to intimidate most students with her intense stare, but Sal is not affected
Principal Torres is able to intimidate most students with her intense stare, but Sal is not affected
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Mr. Milagros confirms the presence of a chicken in the school, but his tone suggests otherwise
Mr. Milagros confirms the presence of a chicken in the school, but his tone suggests otherwise
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Gabi is confident in her defense of Yasmany and does not waver in her belief in his innocence
Gabi is confident in her defense of Yasmany and does not waver in her belief in his innocence
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Sal's magician's code prevents him from revealing the truth about the chicken incident
Sal's magician's code prevents him from revealing the truth about the chicken incident
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The confrontation between Sal, Principal Torres, and Gabi ends with a clear resolution and no lingering doubts
The confrontation between Sal, Principal Torres, and Gabi ends with a clear resolution and no lingering doubts
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True or false: The protagonist's mother, Mami Viva, died from a car accident.
True or false: The protagonist's mother, Mami Viva, died from a car accident.
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True or false: The Coral Castle is described as a small, blue, and ordinary house.
True or false: The Coral Castle is described as a small, blue, and ordinary house.
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True or false: American Stepmom's favorite word is "Wow."
True or false: American Stepmom's favorite word is "Wow."
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True or false: The protagonist feels a strong sense of belonging in the Coral Castle.
True or false: The protagonist feels a strong sense of belonging in the Coral Castle.
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True or false: The text conveys a sense of stability and comfort for the protagonist.
True or false: The text conveys a sense of stability and comfort for the protagonist.
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True or false: The protagonist observes a woman singing in Spanish behind a door in the Coral Castle.
True or false: The protagonist observes a woman singing in Spanish behind a door in the Coral Castle.
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True or false: The protagonist's experiences and observations do not provide insight into their family dynamics and living environment.
True or false: The protagonist's experiences and observations do not provide insight into their family dynamics and living environment.
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Is the protagonist's wish for a unified family deemed possible due to the complicated dynamics involving Mami Muerta, Papi, and American Stepmom?
Is the protagonist's wish for a unified family deemed possible due to the complicated dynamics involving Mami Muerta, Papi, and American Stepmom?
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The protagonist's interactions with Mami Muerta reveal her familiar traits, such as her laughter, affection, and guidance, creating a sense of joy and warmth in the household.
The protagonist's interactions with Mami Muerta reveal her familiar traits, such as her laughter, affection, and guidance, creating a sense of joy and warmth in the household.
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The rejuvenated Mami Muerta speaks only Spanish upon her return.
The rejuvenated Mami Muerta speaks only Spanish upon her return.
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The protagonist acknowledges the need to manage his diabetes and prepare for the carbohydrates in the upcoming meal.
The protagonist acknowledges the need to manage his diabetes and prepare for the carbohydrates in the upcoming meal.
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Mami Muerta, now back as a caring and loving presence, playfully insists on the protagonist eating immediately and even ruffles his hair.
Mami Muerta, now back as a caring and loving presence, playfully insists on the protagonist eating immediately and even ruffles his hair.
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The protagonist's determination to savor the time with his rejuvenated mami reflects his longing for a united and loving family, despite the complexities of their relationships.
The protagonist's determination to savor the time with his rejuvenated mami reflects his longing for a united and loving family, despite the complexities of their relationships.
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The protagonist's plan to manage the situation involves diverting attention by pretending to be hungry and embracing Mami Muerta, who has returned as a different version of her former self.
The protagonist's plan to manage the situation involves diverting attention by pretending to be hungry and embracing Mami Muerta, who has returned as a different version of her former self.
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True or false: The protagonist's mother, Mami Muerta, has multiple personalities, each with different backgrounds and professions.
True or false: The protagonist's mother, Mami Muerta, has multiple personalities, each with different backgrounds and professions.
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True or false: The family's move to Florida was prompted by the need to escape the bad memories associated with a chaotic incident.
True or false: The family's move to Florida was prompted by the need to escape the bad memories associated with a chaotic incident.
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True or false: The family's dining table symbolizes the family's small size and the sentimentality attached to it.
True or false: The family's dining table symbolizes the family's small size and the sentimentality attached to it.
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True or false: The description of the Cuban feast includes ropa vieja, white rice, black beans, plantains, baked yucca, and avocado with bacalao.
True or false: The description of the Cuban feast includes ropa vieja, white rice, black beans, plantains, baked yucca, and avocado with bacalao.
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True or false: The family's anticipation and excitement for the feast is palpable, with American Stepmom and Papi being unable to contain their excitement.
True or false: The family's anticipation and excitement for the feast is palpable, with American Stepmom and Papi being unable to contain their excitement.
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True or false: Mami Muerta's directive to start eating before the food gets cold reflects her assertive and authoritative nature.
True or false: Mami Muerta's directive to start eating before the food gets cold reflects her assertive and authoritative nature.
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True or false: The protagonist's strategic action of playing waiter and slipping a note to the American Stepmom indicates a plan to manage the family dynamics.
True or false: The protagonist's strategic action of playing waiter and slipping a note to the American Stepmom indicates a plan to manage the family dynamics.
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True or false: The note on the American Stepmom's plate suggests that the protagonist is attempting to mediate between Mami Muerta and the American Stepmom.
True or false: The note on the American Stepmom's plate suggests that the protagonist is attempting to mediate between Mami Muerta and the American Stepmom.
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True or false: The protagonist's role in the family dynamics is highlighted through their actions and thoughts, showcasing their understanding of and involvement in managing the family's dynamics.
True or false: The protagonist's role in the family dynamics is highlighted through their actions and thoughts, showcasing their understanding of and involvement in managing the family's dynamics.
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Sal was playing Poocha Lucha Libre 3 on Mami Viva's phone when the gravity suddenly shifted and the phone flew out of his hands.
Sal was playing Poocha Lucha Libre 3 on Mami Viva's phone when the gravity suddenly shifted and the phone flew out of his hands.
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Mami Viva frequently used her phone and enjoyed playing games on it.
Mami Viva frequently used her phone and enjoyed playing games on it.
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Sal felt peaceful during the moment of the accident, as if he was a boulder without the need to breathe.
Sal felt peaceful during the moment of the accident, as if he was a boulder without the need to breathe.
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Sal's body felt like it was being pulled in four different directions during the accident.
Sal's body felt like it was being pulled in four different directions during the accident.
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The accident caused Sal to break the backseat window of the car.
The accident caused Sal to break the backseat window of the car.
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Sal's description of Mami Viva's expression when using the phone indicates that she was very enthusiastic about it.
Sal's description of Mami Viva's expression when using the phone indicates that she was very enthusiastic about it.
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The light snowfall made the environment feel noisy and chaotic.
The light snowfall made the environment feel noisy and chaotic.
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Sal's car accident happened because he was distracted by playing a game on Mami Viva's phone.
Sal's car accident happened because he was distracted by playing a game on Mami Viva's phone.
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The phone flew out of Sal's hands and broke through the backseat window on the other side of the car.
The phone flew out of Sal's hands and broke through the backseat window on the other side of the car.
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Mami Viva used her phone frequently and enjoyed playing games on it.
Mami Viva used her phone frequently and enjoyed playing games on it.
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Sal felt peaceful during the moment of the accident, as if he was a boulder without the need to breathe.
Sal felt peaceful during the moment of the accident, as if he was a boulder without the need to breathe.
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Sal's body felt like it was being pulled in four different directions during the accident.
Sal's body felt like it was being pulled in four different directions during the accident.
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The light snowfall made the environment feel noisy and chaotic.
The light snowfall made the environment feel noisy and chaotic.
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Yasmany celebrates by dancing after his lock opens.
Yasmany celebrates by dancing after his lock opens.
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Salvador Vidón is the protagonist of the text
Salvador Vidón is the protagonist of the text
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Mami Viva uses her phone frequently
Mami Viva uses her phone frequently
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The protagonist was playing Poocha Lucha Libre 3 when the phone flew out of their hands
The protagonist was playing Poocha Lucha Libre 3 when the phone flew out of their hands
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The protagonist's body felt like a boulder, peaceful and without oxygen, for a few seconds
The protagonist's body felt like a boulder, peaceful and without oxygen, for a few seconds
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The protagonist broke the backseat window of the car with the phone
The protagonist broke the backseat window of the car with the phone
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The protagonist believes that Mami Viva would be angry if the phone was broken
The protagonist believes that Mami Viva would be angry if the phone was broken
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The protagonist's body tried to fly apart in different directions during the accident
The protagonist's body tried to fly apart in different directions during the accident
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Study Notes
The Epic Showdown at Culeco Academy
- Protagonist encounters a tough guy named Yasmany who bullies and insults him
- Protagonist's unique outfit and long hair lead to assumptions about his race and gender
- Protagonist tries to diffuse the situation but gets physically attacked by Yasmany
- Protagonist's diabetes bag, containing essential medical supplies, is knocked to the ground
- Protagonist recalls his father's advice on overcoming fear
- The confrontation draws a crowd of onlookers at Culeco Academy
- Protagonist employs a diversion tactic, shifting the focus from physical violence to a bizarre accusation about a dead chicken in Yasmany's locker
- Yasmany's locker is found to be leaking pink blood, causing panic among the crowd
- Protagonist continues to taunt Yasmany, challenging him to open the locker
- Protagonist uses his knowledge of the locker combination to open it, claiming to be a magician
- The protagonist's actions lead to a shift in power dynamics, ending the confrontation with a showman's flair
- The protagonist's resourcefulness and quick thinking help him navigate a potentially dangerous situation
Principal Torres confronts Salvador Vidón and Yasmany Robles
- Yasmany opens his locker and a raw chicken falls out, causing chaos among the students
- Principal Torres questions Salvador Vidón and Yasmany Robles in her office
- Salvador has diabetes and has been called to the principal's office multiple times
- Principal Torres acknowledges the need to educate staff and students about diabetes
- She apologizes to Salvador and promises to make the school a safer place for him
- Principal Torres chastises Yasmany for bullying and threatens to expel him
- Salvador intervenes, arguing that expulsion is too harsh for Yasmany's actions
- Principal Torres reminds Yasmany of past incidents and confronts him about his behavior
- Yasmany admits to having a bad day and Principal Torres decides to expel him
- Principal Torres references their previous conversation about his behavior
- Salvador tries to defend Yasmany, but Principal Torres stands by her decision
- Principal Torres's actions show her dedication to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students
Unbelievable Classroom Performance
- Salvador Vidón is being questioned by Gabi and a machine in a classroom setting
- The machine is used to determine the truthfulness of his answers
- Salvador deliberately gives sarcastic and false answers to the questions
- The machine fails to detect his sarcasm and marks his false answers as true
- Salvador claims to have brought a chicken from another universe
- He delivers a dramatic monologue about ripping a hole in the space-time continuum
- The audience is initially confused, then amused, and finally erupts into laughter
- The teacher, Mrs. Waked, is amused by Salvador's performance
- Mrs. Waked questions Salvador about his breakfast, to which he responds with another false answer
- The class erupts into laughter and applause, and the bell rings to end the class
- Mrs. Waked assumes Salvador and Gabi planned the performance together
- Gabi covers for Salvador and takes credit for the performance
Family Dynamics and Cuban Feast
- The protagonist's mother, Mami Muerta, has multiple personalities, each with different backgrounds and professions.
- Mami Muerta's unpredictable behavior led to a chaotic incident where she broke things and injured herself, prompting the family to move from Connecticut to Florida.
- The family's move to Florida was prompted by the need to escape the bad memories associated with the incident.
- The family's dining table, inherited by the American Stepmom, plays a significant role in the family dynamics, symbolizing the family's small size and the sentimentality attached to it.
- The description of the Cuban feast awaiting them includes ropa vieja, white rice, black beans, plantains, baked yucca, and avocado with bacalao, emphasizing the importance of Cuban cuisine in their family.
- The ropa vieja is described in detail, highlighting its delicious aroma and appearance.
- The family's anticipation and excitement for the feast is palpable, with American Stepmom and Papi being unable to contain their excitement.
- Mami Muerta's directive to start eating before the food gets cold reflects her assertive and authoritative nature.
- The protagonist's strategic action of playing waiter and slipping a note to the American Stepmom indicates a plan to manage the family dynamics.
- The note on the American Stepmom's plate suggests that the protagonist is attempting to mediate between Mami Muerta and the American Stepmom.
- The protagonist's role in the family dynamics is highlighted through their actions and thoughts, showcasing their understanding of and involvement in managing the family's dynamics.
- The importance of the Cuban feast as a unifying and comforting element in the family is emphasized, suggesting its significance in resolving family tensions.
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