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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. What letter grade did Francisco receive on the assignment he completed for Dr. Quinn just before the end of the chapter entitled "Unexpected Turns"?

2. What method did Francisco use to cope with the anxiety he felt about his academic preparation?

3. Once Francisco left for college, who took over his job as a custodian?

4. At what time of the morning did upperclassmen bang on the door of Francisco and Smokey to force them to learn a song?

5. What kind of event did Francisco attend that surprised him by how good it made him feel?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did a green uniform used to signify for Jimenez and why?

2. In what way does the theme of shame emerge within the chapter of Reaching Out entitled "A Compromise"?

3. From what source do Francisco's ideas about college emerge prior to moving into his dormitory?

4. Discuss a time in the memoir when Jimenez makes a connection between racism and some other form of prejudice.

5. What major event is taking place at the time of the memoir's opening?

6. Name every member of Jimenez's immediate family.

7. Which aspect of Jimenez's departure for college causes him unexpected pain?

8. What element of the student body's demographics surprises Jimenez when he arrives at the University of Santa Clara?

9. What unexpected benefit comes from Jimenez's donning of a green uniform for ROTC?

10. Describe an instance when Jimenez uses a simile in order to underscore the nature of a particular emotion.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the significance of the final passages included at the end of Reaching Out.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay that discusses the symbolism of the cover art chosen for Reaching Out.

Essay Topic 3

What ultimate message is Jimenez sending about the mythical qualities of the United States?

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