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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Eddie is accused of saying bad words by a child riding what in Chapter 3?
(a) A bicycle.
(b) A tricycle.
(c) A unicycle.
(d) A skateboard.

3. What local gangster solicits Eddie to help him avenge Eddie’s cousin’s death in Chapter 1?
(a) Samuel.
(b) José.
(c) Angel.
(d) Larry.

4. Eddie’s mother and aunt try to convince Eddie to date a local girl who is a good catch to them because she has only one what in Chapter 3?
(a) Job.
(b) Boyfriend.
(c) Baby.
(d) Car.

5. What is the name of Eddie’s aunt who brings him tortillas every day in Chapter 1?
(a) Gloria.
(b) Delores.
(c) Norma.
(d) Belinda.

Short Answer Questions

1. In narrative, what is any recurring element that has symbolic significance in a story?

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

3. What is José’s last name in the narrative?

4. What does Eddie ask his mother and aunt to do as he leaves his apartment in Chapter 3?

5. Who calls Eddie while his mother and aunt are visiting in Chapter 3?

(see the answer key)

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