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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Eddie’s cousin who was recently murdered in Chapter 1?
(a) Samuel.
(b) Angel.
(c) José.
(d) Jesús.

2. In what city does Eddie live in the novel?
(a) Santa Cruz.
(b) Truckee.
(c) Arcata.
(d) Fresno.

3. When was the novel Buried Onions published?
(a) 2003.
(b) 1997.
(c) 1991.
(d) 2008.

4. In literature, what refers to the inherent incompatibility between the objectives of two or more characters or forces?
(a) Directive.
(b) Exposition.
(c) Denouement.
(d) Conflict.

5. What job does Mr. Stiles ask Eddie to do for him in Chapter 2?
(a) Truck driver.
(b) Car detailing.
(c) Plumbing.
(d) Landscaping.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Eddie’s best friend from high school who has been murdered in the novel?

2. What institution did Eddie recently drop out of in the beginning of the novel?

3. What term is used as reference to U.S. citizens of Mexican descent?

4. What is stolen while Eddie stops by his apartment before returning to his job for Mr. Stiles in Chapter 2?

5. Eddie believes that the students at the local college who are studying to be what are the lucky ones in Chapter 1?

(see the answer key)

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