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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Mr. Secrets, Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Based on his conversation with his classmate, what does Rodriguez decide?
(a) To take the best job that was offered to him.
(b) To only take a job if he knows he did not get it through affirmative action.
(c) Not to take any of the teaching jobs.
(d) To take the worst job that was offered to him.

2. How does Rodriguez's sister feel about her children's complexions?
(a) She is relieved when they are dark-skinned.
(b) She is disappointed that they do not look more like her.
(c) She is relieved when they are light-skinned.
(d) She wants them to take care of their skin so they are more attractive.

3. What does Rodriguez say is the real reason for his success?
(a) Working very hard.
(b) Reading every book he could find.
(c) Remembering what his life was like before he was educated.
(d) Kissing up to the teacher.

4. As Rodriguez moves into college and graduate school, how does his relationship with his parents change?
(a) They have even less to say to each other.
(b) They start talking again.
(c) They argue a lot.
(d) They ask him a lot more questions about his studies.

5. Based on her behavior, who does Rodriguez's mother consider part of the "gringos"?
(a) Her children's friends and spouses.
(b) Her next door neighbors.
(c) Her children.
(d) Her grandchildren.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Rodriguez describe the changes in the mass that happen as he grows up?

2. How does Rodriguez describe himself now?

3. In Aria, Chapter 3, why does Rodriguez's family tease him?

4. What two versions of his religion does Rodriguez say his parents had to choose between?

5. Does Rodriguez think his religious education had the effect it was supposed to?

(see the answer key)

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