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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does the Downey gang disappear from the fight between Henry and Rafas?

2. What is the name of Henry's father?

3. According to El Pachuco, why is Alice asking Henry questions?

4. Which character lists the headlines that appears in the papers after the arrests and the raid?

5. Who observes the police raid in the barrio?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do the different endings presented about Henry's life symbolize?

2. What does Act 1, scene 9 remind the audience about trials?

3. What happens at the trial that makes it clear Henry and the others are being railroaded?

4. What happens to get Henry thrown into solitary confinement?

5. What is the issue with the clothing for the boys before their trial?

6. What is one reason that the author would have the play go on past Henry's release?

7. What are some of the differences between the first image the audience sees of the dance and the second time the dance scene appears?

8. Why does El Pachuco think Henry's desire to join the Army is ridiculous?

9. What is the powerful pachuco dream?

10. What is happening in Act 1, scene 11?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What are the three different narration techniques used in describing the riots? Are they effective? Why or why not? Cite examples from the play to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

What is a preconception? What role do preconceptions have in the play? Support your answer with examples from the play.

Essay Topic 3

What are some of the techniques normally used in movies that the author uses in the play? Are these techniques effective? Why or why not?

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