Refer to your Who Is Sonia Sotomayor? book for a complete version of this text. Part A

What is a main idea of Chapter 5?

After becoming an assistant district attorney, Sonia realizes the job will be very easy for her.

Sonia’s law school education fails to prepare her for being effective in court.

Sonia’s health suffers because of her work as an assistant district attorney.

As a new assistant district attorney, Sonia learns from her mistakes and impresses her bosses.
Question 2
Part B

Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

“The work was hard in the New York DA’s office, and the hours were long.”

“The judge was using words she didn’t even understand.”

“But Sonia moved up very fast.”

“She had to make sure she ate properly so she wouldn’t faint in court.”