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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8: "A Mother's Embrace," Epilogue: "Two Promises," Afterword: "Immigrant Nation".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Belky react to her mother's disappearance?
(a) She does not even notice.
(b) She is glad she is gone.
(c) She is devastated, but she knows she should be thankful to her mother for being willing to go.
(d) She is angry.

2. What has Jasmin begun calling Belky's husband in Chapter 8?
(a) Grampa.
(b) Dada.
(c) Momo.
(d) Papi.

3. What do we learn about the children of Mexico in Chapter 4 from the World Bank study?
(a) That most children lead lavish lives.
(b) That most children attend daycare.
(c) That 30% of the children five years old and younger eat so littler that their growth is stunted.
(d) That 25% of the children live below the poverty line.

4. What kind of vehicle do Enrique and the migrants get into after crossing the border in Chapter 6?
(a) A Chevy Blazer.
(b) A BMW sedan.
(c) A Ford Explorer.
(d) A Jeep Wrangler.

5. How much money does Enrique hope to save and then move home and build a house and start a business in Chapter 7?
(a) $50,000.
(b) $30,000.
(c) $20,000.
(d) $70,000.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are madrinas?

2. Where does Enrique's family move in order to make more money in Chapter 7?

3. By April 2000, how far has Enrique made it in his journey?

4. How many migrants who arrive at the Albergue Belén shelter in Tapachula, on average, are robbed, beaten, or extorted by police?

5. With whom does Belky live when her mother leaves?

(see the answer key)

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