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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who do the brothers believe will be the answer to their career dilemma?
(a) Prudencio.
(b) Tony.
(c) Ultima.
(d) Serrano.

2. What does Antonio's father give each brother upon their arrival home?
(a) Abrazo.
(b) Rosary.
(c) Plate of food.
(d) Whiskey.

3. What does Ultima bring with her that provides warm memories for Antonio?
(a) A colored shawl with medicinal charms.
(b) A large trunk filled with her fragrant herbs.
(c) A hat box with special treats.
(d) A black dress with hidden pockets.

4. Who tells Antonio the war is over?
(a) Prudencio.
(b) Ultima.
(c) Antonio's mother.
(d) Miss Maestas.

5. What is the significance of the chipped plaster on the Virgin's statue?
(a) The chip represents the tears the Virgen shed when she met the Indian boy.
(b) The chip represents the wounds suffered by Lupito.
(c) The chip exposes pure-white plaster representing her freedom from sin.
(d) The plaster is sculpted by a priest.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ultima understand to be Antonio's dilemma in Chapter 4?

2. What does Ultima teach Antonio about plants in Chapter 4?

3. What is the name of the bridge the Marez family passes while journeying to El Puerto in Chapter 5?

4. How did the war change Antonio's brothers?

5. Antonio lives at home with his parents and two sisters. Where are his three brothers?

(see the answer key)

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