Read this passage carefully, and then answer the questions that follow it. Remember to support your ideas with relevant details from the passage.
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Answer
Chang was nervous about driving in Canada due to past test failures. Sylvie was unfazed and didn't help. Chang felt anxious about the burly cop, who ultimately just pointed out a door issue and left. Sylvie thought the Canadian police were 'cool'.
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Answer for screen readers
[{"question":"Why was Chang nervous about driving in Canada?","answer":"Chang was nervous about driving in Canada because he had failed his driving test over and over again in Canada, leading to a crisis of confidence from which he never recovered."},{"question":"What was Sylvie's reaction when Chang asked her to talk to the policeman for him?","answer":"Sylvie was initially unfazed and continued reading her book. When Chang insisted, she looked up and questioned what he had done, but ultimately did not help him talk to the policeman."},{"question":"How did Chang feel about the policeman?","answer":"Chang felt a mix of anxiety and frustration towards the policeman, perceiving him as a burly figure whose presence made him very nervous."},{"question":"What was the outcome of the encounter with the policeman?","answer":"The policeman informed Chang that his passenger door wasn\u2019t shut properly and asked Sylvie to open and close it again. He then cheerily wished them a good day and left without giving Chang a ticket."},{"question":"How did Sylvie feel about the Canadian police after the encounter?","answer":"Sylvie felt positively about the Canadian police, remarking cheerfully that they are 'so cool'."}]
More Information
The passage highlights cultural differences and personal anxieties. Chang's past failures in driving tests have deeply shaken his confidence, and Sylvie's casual demeanor contrasts sharply with Chang's anxiety. This dynamic creates a poignant and somewhat humorous moment when the cop turns out to be friendly.
Tips
A common mistake is not reading the passage thoroughly. It's essential to extract relevant details to support your answers.
Sources
- Cambridge IGCSE Question Paper 31 - cambridgeinternational.org
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