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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to Nellie while Domingo is in jail?
(a) She works hard to raise the bail to get Domingo out early.
(b) She gets very ill and dies.
(c) She decides to return to Chicago.
(d) She disappears without a trace.

2. How long does Don Victor tell the priest and Salvador it will be before he gives them an answer regarding the proposal to Lupe?
(a) A week.
(b) Three days.
(c) Two weeks.
(d) Five days.

3. When Lupe wakes up on her wedding day, what initial thoughts run through her mind?
(a) She is somewhat unsure of her choice to marry Salvador.
(b) She is nervous but in a good way.
(c) She is so overjoyed and excited she can hardly wait.
(d) She is angry that she has given in to the idea of marriage.

4. Who helps Salvador choose a ring for Lupe?
(a) Dona Margarita.
(b) Jose.
(c) Archie.
(d) His tailor.

5. What household item does Salvador break at Lupe's house by falling on it?
(a) A small foot stool.
(b) A vase that is a family heirloom.
(c) The kitchen table.
(d) A chair.

6. Who sends word to Juan that his mother is very ill?
(a) A hospital nurse.
(b) His father.
(c) His sister.
(d) Epitacio.

7. Where does Dona Margarita decide to go in order to find her son Domingo?
(a) Houston.
(b) Springfield.
(c) Chicago.
(d) St. Louis.

8. How many days does the strike last?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Seven.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

9. What is Dona Margarita doing when Salvador finds her to tell her about his engagement?
(a) Napping.
(b) Smoking, drinking, and reading the bible.
(c) Cooking a large meal for the neighbors.
(d) Already out shopping for wedding supplies.

10. Who is the young man who asks to walk Lupe home from the library and carry her books?
(a) Michael.
(b) Juan.
(c) John.
(d) Mark.

11. What does Archie allow Juan to do at his gambling hall during the Festival of the Stringbeans?
(a) Juan is able to be the front door host.
(b) Juan is allowed to be the assistant manager.
(c) Juan gets to manage the card games.
(d) Juan gets to have his own VIP section.

12. Why does Dona Margarita name her son Juan Salvador?
(a) She named him after his grandfather.
(b) She hoped he would be the family's salvation.
(c) Because of her faith in the Lord.
(d) Because he was named for his father.

13. Why has Al come from Italy to the United States?
(a) To join the mob in America.
(b) To join the family restaurant.
(c) For religious freedom.
(d) To oversee the making of fine liquor.

14. Who brings a barrel of whiskey to the reception?
(a) Victoriano.
(b) Epitacio.
(c) Salvador.
(d) Archie.

15. Why are Lupe and her sisters refused pay when they are working in the fields?
(a) Because they damage the produce as they pick them.
(b) Because they argue with the foreman too much.
(c) Because they are women.
(d) Because they are poor workers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is inside the metal box that Sophia finds in her fireplace?

2. What does Lupe tell her mother about her feelings toward Salvador?

3. What excuse does Epitacio give Juan for leaving him back in Douglas, Arizona when they were younger?

4. What does Juan make his nephews do to teach them a lesson for their misbehavior toward their teacher?

5. Who comes to bail Salvador out of prison?

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