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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which member of Piri's family dies in this chapter?
(a) Jose
(b) Paulie
(c) James
(d) His mother

2. What reason does Marcia give for not dancing with Piri?
(a) She is late
(b) A jealous boyfriend
(c) A bad ankle
(d) Tiredness

3. Where does Piri go with his mother for help?
(a) Puerto Rico
(b) Welfare Office
(c) Home Relief Office
(d) The Social Services

4. What kind of drink are the kids selling?
(a) Pepsi
(b) Coca-Cola
(c) Sugar water
(d) Lemonade

5. What is the name of the hospital where Piri works?
(a) St. James Hospital
(b) Long Island State Hospital
(c) Pilgrim State Hospital
(d) BUPA

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Piri say Betty understands about him?

2. What is the name of Pane's sister?

3. Where do Trina and Piri go after the candy store?

4. Where do Piri and his family move to at the beginning of the section?

5. Who takes Piri to the hospital?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Marcia claim she cannot dance with Piri?

2. Describe Piri's time with Pane and his sister, Lorry.

3. What happens at the faggots' apartment?

4. Why does Piri decide to return home instead of running away?

5. Describe Piri's time with the baseball team at his new school.

6. What problems does Piri have at school in the second section?

7. Why does Piri think his father does not like him as much as his other children?

8. Why does Piri think Crutch has a good way of looking at racism?

9. Describe the fight between Piri and Rocky in the opening section.

10. How does Piri get rid of the Jolly Roger gang members who chase him home?

(see the answer keys)

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