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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Dwayne punished for throwing something at Jamal at school?
(a) He gets detention.
(b) He has to stay after school.
(c) He has to write lines.
(d) He is not punished at all.

2. Who does Jamal see meandering down the street at the beginning of the book?
(a) Gang members.
(b) Addicts.
(c) Policemen.
(d) Migrant workers.

3. What is Jamal's last name?
(a) Henricksen.
(b) Hanks.
(c) Henderson.
(d) Hicks.

4. Where is Jamal sitting at the beginning of the book?
(a) On the front steps.
(b) By the window.
(c) In the hall-way.
(d) In his room.

5. How does Jamal feel when he is asked to stay after school with his favorite teacher?
(a) Upset.
(b) Excited.
(c) Nervous.
(d) Annoyed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What annoying habit does Jamal's little sister have?

2. What is the symbol of the gang?

3. Why is Jamal tempted to join the gang?

4. How does Mama hurt her hand?

5. What question does Jamal's little sister ask him at the beginning of the book?

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