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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. In the chapter "Nation Time," what group does Kody begin to distance himself from?

2. Why is Kody sentenced to solitary confinement in the chapter, "48 Hours?"

3. How does Kody feel at the restaurant when he and Tamu have to leave?

4. What group does Kody compare the C.C.O to?

5. Who is Fred Hampton?

Short Essay Questions

1. In the chapter, "Nation Time", Kody is released from prison after a long sentence. How is Kody's life different now that he has left the Tray Eights?

2. Describe the rules the C.C.O. develops.

3. What changes does Kody go through he is transferred to San Quentin State Prison?

4. How has Li'l Monster's story ended differently than Kody's?

5. Kody goes to visit Crazy De in jail and determines that have a different outlook on gangs. How are their viewpoints different?

6. Who is Walter Brown and how does he affect Kody?

7. How does the New Afrikan Independence Movement begin to change Kody's thinking about gangs?

8. How does Killer influence the Crips organization?

9. Do you think the C.C.O. has a positive influence on Kody?

10. How do Kody's actions suggest that he feels uncomfortable when he is released from jail after a long sentence?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At first, Kody does not like Muhammad. How do his feelings change over time? Why do you think Kody's thinking changes? Be sure to address the transformation of Kody's thinking. What were Kody's feelings about it in the beginning, middle, and end?

Essay Topic 2

Loyalty and revenge are almost like people in the book. Explain what is meant by this statement. Be sure to explain the role loyalty and revenge have throughout Kody's autobiography, how big that role is, and how loyalty and revenge are important to Kody and the Tray Eights.

Essay Topic 3

Identify the three biggest consequences Kody faces due to his gang activity. In your response, be sure to address the following points:

1). Describe each consequence by citing specific examples from the test.

2). Explain how these consequences affected Kody and his family.

3). Explain how Kody and the Tray Eights benefited from Kody's risky behavior.

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