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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Luis's father angry in this memory at the beginning of the book?
(a) He doesn't think Luis should be reading comic books.
(b) He does not want to visit Union Station.
(c) He doesn't want Luis to have candy.
(d) He refuses to go back to Mexico.

2. How old is Luis when his mom says he must help support the family?
(a) 20.
(b) 16.
(c) 19.
(d) 9.

3. Before Yuk-Yuk, had Luis stolen before?
(a) Yes, but never anything big.
(b) Occasionally he would rob a home.
(c) Yes, and the same type of big stuff.
(d) No.

4. How are students divided at Luis's high school?
(a) By learning level.
(b) By neighborhoods.
(c) By grade.
(d) By race and social class.

5. Where is the Sangras main warrior when the Lomas exact revenge?
(a) Staying with his girlfriend.
(b) Watching them from a car.
(c) In the house.
(d) Out of town.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the plan to get revenge on the Sangras?

2. How old was Luis in the memory he recalls at the beginning of the book?

3. Which gang member is shot in the face near the vacant lot?

4. How long did Luis's father's new job last?

5. Who discovers that Luis has been writing a book?

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