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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Jamal tempted to join the gang?
(a) To get protection.
(b) To get the money for Randy's appeal.
(c) To feel more important.
(d) To make Randy proud.

2. What is Jamal asked to do when he comes to paint the sets?
(a) Stir the paint.
(b) Open the windows.
(c) Put down butcher paper.
(d) Hold the set.

3. Who also wants to own what Jamal wants to when they grow up?
(a) Tito.
(b) Indian.
(c) Sassy.
(d) Mack.

4. What was Mama doing when her hand got hurt?
(a) Cleaning up Randy's things.
(b) Bringing in the groceries.
(c) Washing dishes.
(d) Getting Sassy ready for school.

5. Who does Jamal think about working for after talking wih Mack?
(a) The grocery store.
(b) The A&P.
(c) The crack house.
(d) The school.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Jamal's favorite meal?

2. Why does Jamal take cold showers?

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

4. What grade is Sassy in?

5. Why did Mama leave Jamal's father?

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