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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Abuela's mother get married?

2. In Chapter 22, who does Edna pair with in social studies class?

3. Who is in charge of the mummy project in Chapter 29?

4. In Chapter 18, what does Abuela give Merci after school?

5. In Chapter 33, what are Lolo and Axel picking?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens before PE class in Chapter 14?

2. Why does Ms. Tannenbaum allow Michael and Merci to work together in Chapter 22?

3. In Chapter 14, why does Merci get mad at the boys during lunch?

4. What does Roli want him and the twins to be for Halloween?

5. In Chapter 15, what does Enrique say when Merci complains about riding in the van?

6. How badly is Ana's car damaged in Chapter 27?

7. What are the best photos in Abuela and Lolo's room?

8. In Chapter 23, where does Merci leave Michael's mask and costume, and what happens to it?

9. In Chapter 21, what does Michael think about the ideas Abuela has for his costume?

10. What conversation does Merci have with her mother after seeing seniors at Lourdes Killington Residence?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Foreshadowing is a method authors use to hint at events to come in a novel. How does the author use foreshadowing in the book to indicate that something is wrong with Lolo? Does the use of foreshadowing create suspense?

Essay Topic 2

Enrique and Manny Cruz have a running rivalry. What does their relationship reveal about rivals and enemies?

Essay Topic 3

Edna uses peer pressure to get others to do what she wants. How does Edna use peer pressure as intimidation? What are the negative and positive effects of peer pressure?

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