Which of the following best describes Rachel's approach to her work in Paraguay?
realistic but uninspired
cautious and thorough
determined but impatient
relaxed and respectful
Based on the selection, what does the word tranquilo mean?
calm
strong
satisfied
realistic
Which best explains why the author includes the following statement at the beginning of the selection?
"There you are sitting on the side of a muddy Paraguayan road, waiting for a bus, when you bite into a broccli-filled tortilla and realize that you've made a difference."
to describe the location of her Peace Corp assignment
to emphasize the difficult conditions she faced in Paraguay
to establish the fact that she hoped to improve nutrition in Paraguay
to emphasize the significance of the experience she is about to describe
What does the phrase "delusions of grandeur" refer to in paragraph 34?
Rachel's hopes for the future
Rachel's basic self-confidence
Rachel's inflated sense of self-importance
Rachel's feelings of anger
How did the experience at the bus stop most likely affect Rachel's remaining work in Paraguay?
She became even more determined to reach all her goals.
She put all her efforts into convincing people to include broccolie in their diet.
She tried to remember that meaningful change occurs gradually.
She continued to think the people's relaxed attitude was her greatest obstacle.
Which conflict is most closely related to the theme of this selection?
Rachel vs. the hot climate
Rachel vs. her own attitude
Rachel vs. the Peace Corps
Rachel vs. the Mothers Club
What does the repetition of the word tranquilo throughout the selection emphasize about Rachel?