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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Christmas Gift.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Roberto have such a hard time in school growing up?
(a) He was too tired from working.
(b) He didn't know English.
(c) He couldn't pay attention.
(d) He had a reading disorder.

2. What did Mama's handkerchief symbolize to Francisco?
(a) Hope.
(b) Beauty.
(c) Generosity.
(d) Love.

3. What did the family hunt at the first farm to eat?
(a) Rabbits.
(b) Deer.
(c) Squirrels.
(d) Dogs.

4. What did the children get for Christmas?
(a) Socks.
(b) Shoes.
(c) Wood.
(d) Candy.

5. What law did Papa break at the beginning of the book?
(a) He didn't tell the authorities about his new baby.
(b) He crossed the border without papers.
(c) He lied to a policeman.
(d) He stole some candy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the border represent to Papa?

2. What was the classroom pet in Mrs. Scalapino's room?

3. Who is the most kind to Francisco in Soledad?

4. What did Francisco win a blue ribbon for?

5. What did Roberto get hit with in the Tent City?

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