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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where was Marcus working when he decided to become a rapper?
(a) Taco Bell.
(b) UPS.
(c) Panda Express.
(d) Fed Ex.

2. What instrument does Kiara's father play when they go to the lake after he is released from prison?
(a) Drum.
(b) Tamborine.
(c) Guitar.
(d) Saxophone.

3. How old was Kiara when Marcus pierced her ears?
(a) 13.
(b) 15.
(c) 14.
(d) 16.

4. On page 10, how long has it been since Marcus quit his job?
(a) 6 weeks.
(b) A few months.
(c) 2 weeks.
(d) 4 months.

5. How old was Kiara when her father was in San Quentin?
(a) 5 to 8.
(b) 5 to 10.
(c) 6 to 9.
(d) 4 to 7.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of Marcus's friends is interested in Kiara?

2. How long has Kiara's family had the studio apartment where she and Marcus live at the beginning of the novel?

3. On page 59, what is Trevor doing when Kiara goes to find him?

4. What high school did Marcus go to?

5. On page 101, how long has it been since the cops have called Kiara?

Short Essay Questions

1. On page 100, how is Kiara feeling about prostitution?

2. How long does Marcus work at the strip club, and why does he quit?

3. What situation does Kiara get into with the cops?

4. Who is Tony and what does he offer Kiara?

5. Why do Alè and Kiara go to the Joy Funeral Home every couple months?

6. What does Marcus tell Kiara when she tells him the rent has doubled and he needs to get a job?

7. What does Kiara remember about Dee and who mothered Trevor?

8. Why does Kiara go to La Casa Taqueria on page 8?

9. What does Kiara remember that she and Marcus used to sell on street corners?

10. Why is Alè one of the lucky ones?

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