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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How many of Eddie’s uncles does he claim have died in Chapter 1?
(a) 4.
(b) 7.
(c) 2.
(d) 9.

3. What do Eddie’s mother and aunt give him to eat when they visit in Chapter 3?
(a) Smoked salmon.
(b) A burrito.
(c) Fried chicken.
(d) A cheeseburger.

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

5. The girl who calls Eddie in Chapter 3 gave him what for free earlier in the day?
(a) A cup of coffee.
(b) A hat.
(c) A sandwich.
(d) A book.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did author Gary Soto earn his B.A. degree in English?

2. What does Eddie explain to Mr. Stiles in the note that he leaves him in Chapter 3?

3. How old was Gary Soto when his father died?

4. What aunt brings Eddie food in Chapter 2?

5. What does Eddie refer to his mother and aunt as in Chapter 3?

(see the answer key)

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