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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Jamal waiting for at the beginning of the book?
(a) His mother.
(b) His father.
(c) His brother.
(d) His sister.

2. What is Mr. Gonzalez's occupation?
(a) Police officer.
(b) Teacher.
(c) Store owner.
(d) Lawyer.

3. Who does Mama bring to the house to pray for Randy?
(a) The Reverend.
(b) Her sister.
(c) Jevon.
(d) The principal.

4. How does Jamal want to travel to new places when he grows up?
(a) He wants to go on foot.
(b) He wants to drive.
(c) He wants to sail.
(d) He wants to fly.

5. Why does Jamal say he never wants to see Randy again?
(a) He takes money from Mama.
(b) He tarnished the family name.
(c) He put him in a tough spot.
(d) He made Mama cry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Tito join the gang?

2. What does Jamal's father belittle him for?

3. Where does Dwayne want to fight Jamal?

4. What was Randy sent to prison for?

5. What is Jamal asked to do when he comes to paint the sets?

(see the answer key)

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