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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Soledad.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who in the family is most supportive of Papa's plan to cross the border?
(a) Mama.
(b) Francisco.
(c) Roberto.
(d) Trampito.

2. What law did Papa break at the beginning of the book?
(a) He crossed the border without papers.
(b) He didn't tell the authorities about his new baby.
(c) He stole some candy.
(d) He lied to a policeman.

3. What did the family hunt at the first farm to eat?
(a) Deer.
(b) Rabbits.
(c) Squirrels.
(d) Dogs.

4. What did Papa say was Francisco's job in Soledad?
(a) To pick in the fields.
(b) To clean the house.
(c) To go to school.
(d) To watch his brother.

5. Who is the most kind to Francisco in Soledad?
(a) Roberto.
(b) Mama.
(c) Trampito.
(d) Papa.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Papa get paid in Soledad?

2. How did Francisco's family move at the beginning of the book?

3. Why did Papa choose to move at the beginning of the book?

4. How long did Papa have to wait to find work after crossing the border?

5. What did Roberto have to do in Soledad?

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