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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV (Chapters 41 - 54).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mr. Yao tell Mia's parents about Hank not paying his rent in Chapter 30?
(a) It is their job to evict Hank.
(b) They need to find a job for Hank.
(c) Hank's rent will now come out of their pay.
(d) They will need to call the police to get Hank out.

2. Why is Mia offended at Jason's compliment in Chapter 14?
(a) He tells her he did not think Chinese people played piano.
(b) He insults her appearance at the same time he compliments her playing.
(c) He insinuates that he is surprised she can play so well.
(d) He tells her he likes her playing but not the piece of music she chose.

3. How does Mia's mother become injured in Chapter 41?
(a) She breaks her ankle on a bent doorframe.
(b) She is beaten up by robbers.
(c) She breaks her wrist in the car door.
(d) She falls on the stairs.

4. What sign does Mia make for the motel in Chapter 15?
(a) A sign that says Trespassers Will Be Prosecuted.
(b) A sign that says Police Presence.
(c) A sign that says Security Cameras Installed.
(d) A sign that says Help Wanted.

5. Where did Uncle Li used to work?
(a) A prison.
(b) An Italian restaurant.
(c) A burger restaurant.
(d) A library.

Short Answer Questions

1. What analogy does Lupe use for the rich and poor in America?

2. In Chapter 33, why does Mia put a banana peel over her head?

3. How much money did Mia's parents first come to America with?

4. In Chapter 45, what does Mia keep that a customer leaves behind?

5. What job does the visitor in Chapter 31 have?

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