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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the weapon used in the fight that prompted police to respond?
(a) A BB gun.
(b) A knife.
(c) A gun.
(d) A nail file.

2. Why did Yuk-yuk get his nickname?
(a) Because the gang likes to laugh at him.
(b) Because he hates jokes.
(c) Because of his distinctive laugh.
(d) Because his dad tells jokes.

3. What happens when Luis's family has to move in with a relative?
(a) They become closer.
(b) They begin to hate each other.
(c) They are constantly fighting.
(d) They cry all the time.

4. What instrument does Luis want to learn how to play when he is in high school?
(a) Trumpet.
(b) Clarinet.
(c) Saxophone.
(d) Drums.

5. Who ends up painting a mural on the concession stand that is the scene of a gang incident?
(a) Rano.
(b) Luis.
(c) Jandro.
(d) Shed.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who has children from previous relationships between the relationship between Luis's mom and dad?

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

3. What do Luis and Rano do with the money they earn at 9 years old?

4. How is Jandro Mares described in the book?

5. How does Luis describe his family's house in Watts?

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