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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Eddie compares his apartment as being “as quiet” as what and “just as smelly” in Chapter 4?
(a) A block of cheese.
(b) A fox.
(c) A shoe.
(d) A landfill.

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

3. Eddie receives a call from a girl who works where in Chapter 3?
(a) A car dealership.
(b) A bank.
(c) A used bookstore.
(d) The City College cafeteria.

4. What is José’s last name in the narrative?
(a) Diaz.
(b) Ortiz.
(c) Dominguez.
(d) Rodriguez.

5. What does Eddie’s aunt want him to do for her in Chapter 2?
(a) Pay her for the tortillas.
(b) Avenge her son’s death.
(c) Get out of the barrio.
(d) Go shopping with her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Eddie’s principle mode of transportation in the novel?

2. What is the name of Eddie’s cousin who was recently murdered in Chapter 1?

3. Who does José tell Eddie to call after they leave the restaurant in Chapter 4?

4. What job does Mr. Stiles ask Eddie to do for him in Chapter 2?

5. Who blames Eddie for what happened to José in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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