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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. Who watched the leader of The Animal Tribe get killed?

2. Who are Viviana's brothers?

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

4. How old is Luis when is he turned away by the gang members using hard drugs?

5. Who tells Luis new information about Roberta?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are some small strides happening in race relations at Luis' school after Mr. Madison arrives?

2. What are Mr. Madison's plans for changes for the high school?

3. Why do the Lomas come to power?

4. How does Luis find out about the city mural project?

5. What happens when Michael's brother gets in trouble?

6. What does Chente say about what he discovers in Luis's garage?

7. How does Luis get wrapped up in the attack led by Santos?

8. How does Luis get involved in Neighborhood Youth Corps?

9. Who is Michael Robles?

10. What kind of anger does Luis feel about his relationship with Vivian?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

It's interesting that Luis has never expressed his own level of commitment to the gang, but does say that he knows he can't say no when asked to participate in a particular raid or gang event. Compare and contract Luis's commitment to the gang with his commitment to his family.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the character of Chente, and compare and contrast Luis's life to his. How do you think Luis feels he compares to someone like Chente?

Essay Topic 3

How does the story of the woman yelling at Luis's family at Will Rogers park play a role in Luis's decision to join a gang? What kinds of feelings did the woman prompt in Luis that stay with him throughout his life?

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