Question

c. having a guaranteed dependent status form from the american consulate.
d. paying a bribe of at least $10,000 to an american.

1. the text contrasts the widespread signs of fear (like the dollars exchange rate) with which the following activities still happening in downtown saigon?

a. military forces successfully defending the city edges.
b. store owners closing their shops early to prepare for evacuation.
c. young people filling movie theaters and stores still doing business.
d. crowds of people attacking the american embassy for refuge.

1. which statement best summarizes the main conflict faced by the people of saigon on april 24, 1975, as depicted in the article?

a. the military struggles between the south vietnamese army and the attacking communist forces.
b. the conflict between those trying desperately to flee the country and the few available difficult exits.
c. the internal political struggle following president thieus resignation and the resulting vacuum.
d. the clash between people who believed the rumors about the communists and those who did not.

Explanation:

For question 4, while there are signs of fear like the dollar - exchange rate, young people filling movie theaters and stores still doing business show normal activities continuing, which is in contrast. For question 5, the main conflict for Saigon people on April 24, 1975 was between those trying to flee and the limited and difficult exit options available.

Answer:

1. C. Young people filling movie theaters and stores still doing business.
2. B. The conflict between those trying desperately to flee the country and the few available difficult exits.