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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through An American Citizen, Memories of a Barrack, In Solidarity, Providence, and Commencement.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what grade was Roberto when he and his brother Francisco lived together without their other family members?
(a) 8th.
(b) 11th.
(c) 10th.
(d) 9th.

2. The first time Francisco had dinner at Emily's house, he felt soothed by the sight of a "molcajete" (130). What is the English translation of this Spanish word?
(a) A book.
(b) A jack-in-the-box.
(c) A mask.
(d) A stone mortar.

3. In what activity did the Jimenez family often engage within their storage shed next to their home in the barracks?
(a) They took baths.
(b) They held parties.
(c) They grew herbs.
(d) They cooked food.

4. In what grade did Francisco become enamored with the music of Elvis Presley?
(a) 11th.
(b) 9th.
(c) 8th.
(d) 6th.

5. Jimenez tells the reader that his friendship with Rafael had helped him to understand which of his family members more completely?
(a) His father.
(b) His sister Rorra.
(c) His mother Joaquina.
(d) His brother Roberto.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many part-time jobs in total did Francisco hold at the same time during sophomore year?

2. The night Francisco was dropped off at Roberto's house, who visited unexpectedly?

3. Francisco aspired to take on what work position under the supervision of Dr. Martha James Hardman de Bautista?

4. What city did Francisco write down as his birthplace on the first form he filled out while pursuing U.S. citizenship?

5. Laura was the only student in Professor de Bautista's class to exhibit which trait?

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