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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much money does Mr. Stiles leave along with a note for Eddie in Chapter 7?
(a) $20.
(b) $10.
(c) $50.
(d) $100.

2. Where does Mr. Stiles live in the novel?
(a) East Fresno.
(b) North Fresno.
(c) West Fresno.
(d) South Fresno.

3. Eddie accuses Angel of killing whom in Chapter 8?
(a) Samuel.
(b) Jesus.
(c) Jose.
(d) Coach.

4. What institution did Eddie recently drop out of in the beginning of the novel?
(a) City College.
(b) Sierra College.
(c) Kern College.
(d) Sequoia College.

5. What does Eddie pretend to be in order to stay close to José at the hospital in Chapter 8?
(a) A police officer.
(b) A doctor.
(c) A mortician.
(d) José’s translator.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Samuel’s brother in the narrative?

2. The girl who calls Eddie in Chapter 3 gave him what for free earlier in the day?

3. What do a younger gang leader and his friends show Eddie in order to threaten him as he paints lines on the field in Chapter 5?

4. What younger gang leader tries to cause trouble with Eddie in Chapter 5?

5. What area does Eddie go to where the local gangsters hang out recruiting kids in Chapter 5?

(see the answer key)

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