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Samantha got a diploma at the ceremony, but Erin had yet to earn one, because
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ANS: Samantha had already graduated.

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Maria showed Cynthia how to clean their engine since
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ANS: Cynthia had limited knowledge about cars and trucks.

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Maria forbids Natalie from getting any more piercings on her body because
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ANS: Maria is a strict parent.

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Mary was perfectly happy about giving a speech but Kayla was not because
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Mary was very confident.