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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What technical skill was Eddie studying before dropping out of school?
(a) Computer programming.
(b) Air conditioning repair.
(c) Swimming pool installer.
(d) Almond farming.

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

4. When did author Gary Soto earn his B.A. degree in English?
(a) 1983.
(b) 1968.
(c) 1974.
(d) 1980.

5. Where does José take Eddie for breakfast in Chapter 4?
(a) Café Caliente.
(b) Mesa Verde Restaurant.
(c) Cuca’s Restaurant.
(d) Mesa Verde Restaurant. Victor’s Kitchen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What Spanish word is used in the novel meaning district or neighborhood?

2. Eddie’s cousin was murdered by a stranger after making a comment about the stranger’s what?

3. What had Eddie returned to City College to do in Chapter 3?

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

5. What does José give to the onion seller’s children in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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