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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. The Cobras held Reymundo while they brutally beat ________________.
2. For how long was Reymundo to be kicked out of the clubhouse, homeless and friendless?
3. What did Speedy use to beat Reymundo, requiring stitches?
4. Why was Reymundo considered one of the "in" crowd at high school?
5. Which of the following was NOT something that fascinated Reymundo about his new city?
Short Essay Questions
1. Why did Speedy's own gang members beat him brutally for what Speedy did to Reymundo during a fight?
2. What impact did Pedro's beatings of Reymundo have on Reymundo's life?
3. Who was Rosie and why was Reymundo happy when China moved out of Maria's house?
4. Describe the time when Reymundo was pulled into a murder with Jenny's brother, Lil Man, who wanted to teach the Gaylords gang a lesson after they beat an old couple simply for being Puerto Rican. What did Reymundo learn from this experience?
5. Why did Flaco's Insane Spanish Cobras beat Papo and not Reymundo?
6. Where did Reymundo meet China, a girl he really liked?
7. What did Reymundo learn that changed his mind about the Spanish Lords after his encounter with Snake?
8. Describe the altercation between the Latin Kings and Latin Queens and the police at Montrose Harbor.
9. What options was Reymundo given regarding getting the sweater back or killing a gang member and what was the potential consequence?
10. What was Reymundo's introduction to sex like and who was his partner?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Sanchez is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphors, and irony, and then briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.
Essay Topic 2
"My Bloody Life" is a coming of age story. What does that classification entail? Why does this book fit into this category? Explain.
Essay Topic 3
Explain the impact of gang life in the 1970s and 1980s. Compare and contrast the gang lifestyle in America during this time to America today. What major changes have occurred--both positive and negative?
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