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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the source of Manny's and Pedi's argument while he was babysitting her during Magda's date?
(a) Macaroni and cheese.
(b) Root beer.
(c) Chocolate.
(d) Prune juice.

2. Which two musicians were Magda's favorites?
(a) Elvis Presley and Buddy Holly.
(b) Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper.
(c) Elvis Presley and Smokey Robinson.
(d) Smokey Robinson and Frankie Vallee.

3. Why did Nardo have a hard time climbing inside his bedroom window when he was trying to sneak back inside the house?
(a) Because he was drunk.
(b) Because the window was stuck and would not open wider.
(c) Because he was afraid of heights.
(d) Because Manny had moved the milk crate that Nardo used as a ladder.

4. What object did Manuel use to signal Manny that he wanted him to go his room?
(a) A cigarette.
(b) His watch.
(c) His hat.
(d) A chinaberry branch.

5. Where was Manny's $20 located when Manuel took it from him?
(a) In his shoe.
(b) In his hand.
(c) In his pants pocket.
(d) In his shirt pocket.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Magda's reply when she came back from her date and Manny asked her why her hair was messy?

2. What flaw did the asphalt in front of Grandma Rosa's house exhibit?

3. How many pool tables did Manny's dad's favorite pool hall have?

4. Where did Manny ask Mr. Hart to drop him off so as to avoid being seen by his neighbors or family members?

5. Why did Manny decide to head back home after his altercation with the Garcia brothers was over?

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