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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What last thing does Alex look for before he and Julie leave?
(a) His mother's rosary.
(b) St. Christopher medal.
(c) Picture of his family.
(d) Birth certificates.

2. In what language does Bri say the Hail Mary?
(a) English.
(b) Spanish.
(c) Puerto Rican patois.
(d) Latin.

3. When does Alex tell Bri that they are leaving?
(a) December 12.
(b) December 13.
(c) December 10.
(d) December 11.

4. What type of cereal does Harvey give Alex when Alex trades in his father's scotch and beer?
(a) Wheaties.
(b) Trix.
(c) Cheerios.
(d) Cocoa Puffs.

5. What does Alex grab for protection after he packs up everything he can find in Harvey's place?
(a) Tire iron.
(b) Shard of glass.
(c) Gun.
(d) Baseball bat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the first to ask Julie to dance at her birthday party?

2. When Alex is sick and dreaming, who does he think is standing next to his borthe Carlos sobbing hysterically?

3. How many blocks can Bri walk before having an asthma attack?

4. On September 16, how long do Alex, Julie, and Kevin stand in line for the food distribution?

5. Where is Chris Flynn's father's office?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why can't Alex get into other apartments than the ones that he has keys for?

2. How did Julie get lottery tickets?

3. Why do James and Tony need to speak to Alex at the beginning of Chapter 12?

4. Why does Kevin get his mother vodka?

5. What happened to Alex's radio?

6. What does Sister Rita tell Alex when he feels guilty about Bri's death?

7. Where do Alex and Julie put Bri after she dies?

8. How does Kevin die?

9. How long was Alex sick?

10. Why doesn't Bri want to leave the apartment building?

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