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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Seth learn the truth about what happens at a wake?
(a) On his way to school.
(b) While lying in bed at night.
(c) Sitting at the dinner table.
(d) Sitting in his living room.

2. How is Seth related to Matant Margaret?
(a) She is his grandmother.
(b) She is his great-aunt.
(c) Seth and Matant Margaret are not related.
(d) She is his aunt.

3. Which country did Seth's family immigrate to America from?
(a) Puerto Rico.
(b) Haiti.
(c) Dominican Republic.
(d) Cuba.

4. What reason does Seth give Jean-Claude for their search?
(a) He said their parents were looking for him.
(b) He was worried about Jean-Claude's safety.
(c) He said Reggie was going to kill him.
(d) He said he was scared without his big brother.

5. How does Papi describe their household after the wake?
(a) Noisy.
(b) Depressing.
(c) Overwhelming.
(d) Crowded.

Short Answer Questions

1. After the wake, what does Manmi ask Seth to bring over to Samona's house?

2. Who tells Seth that Grandma is very sad about Matant Margaret's death?

3. How does Reggie react to seeing the children on the street?

4. Which of the following characters is in charge of getting Seth up in the morning and ready for the new day?

5. How does Samona define a wake for Seth?

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