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  1. Why does the article talk about "a portion of Louisiana fried oyster loaf?" [Oyster loaf is served in portions.]
  2. What does the article mean when it says the light in New Orleans is soft? [Light here means sunlight.]
  3. Why does the article refer to "a steak" but "some" gumbo?  [Steaks are countable. Gumbo is not.]
  4. Why does the article include two paragraphs about jazz? [Jazz is very important and is typical for New Orleans.]
  5. New Orleans is typically American because...  [Its life shows a variety of influences.]
Are the following statements about the article correct?

1.   Food in New Orleans is good because it is healthy for everyone.That is incorrect. Correct is: Look in the text to find out.

2.   Food in New Orleans shows many influences.That is correct.

3.   Life in New Orleans is typical for the United States.That is incorrect. Correct is: Look in the text to find out.

4.   The music played in New Orleans is known in Europe.That is correct.

5.   Buildings in New Orleans imitate buildings in Europe.That is incorrect. Correct is: Look in the text to find out.