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Reading Comprehension: The Mysterious Train Ride

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Reading Comprehension: The Mysterious Train Ride

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What was Joan's initial observation about the other passengers on the train?

They were all sleeping.

They were all busy reading books.

They were all dressed in modern attire.

They all had clothes and hairstyles from the '80s. (correct)

What was the supposed fare for two tickets to Seattle?

$100

$65

$85 (correct)

$42.50

Why was Joan surprised when the conductor quoted her $65 for the tickets?

Because she expected a lower fare. (correct)

Because Anders was underage.

Because she expected a higher fare.

Because Anders was disabled.

What happened when Joan tried to pay with her credit card?

The conductor said there was a problem with her card. Signup and view all the answers

How much cash did Joan have in her wallet?

$70 Signup and view all the answers

What was unusual about the conductor's behavior, according to Joan?

He seemed to not understand her question. Signup and view all the answers

What decade were the other passengers on the train reminiscent of?

1980s Signup and view all the answers

Why did Joan initially tell Anders they needed to get tickets?

They barely made it on the train Signup and view all the answers

What was the expected fare for two tickets to Seattle?

$85 Signup and view all the answers

Why did the conductor return to Joan after processing her payment?

To inform her of a problem with her credit card Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Joan's credit card when she tried to use it?

It was declined Signup and view all the answers

What did Joan use to pay for the tickets after her credit card issue?

Cash Signup and view all the answers