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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following set types of everyday work apparel can be found in Nieves' closet?
(a) Belts,
(b) Shoes.
(c) Stockings.
(d) Scarves.

2. What type of fruit tree is located on a vacant lot down the street from Rocio's home?
(a) Cherry.
(b) Orange.
(c) Pear.
(d) Apricot.

3. What is the main course at the Esquibel's family Christmas dinner?
(a) Pot roast.
(b) Roast turkey.
(c) Roast leg of lamb.
(d) Roast chicken.

4. What is the name of Rocio's mother?
(a) Olivia.
(b) Nieves.
(c) Naomi.
(d) Petra.

5. Who has divided Rocio's street into different parts?
(a) The state Governor.
(b) Rocio and other children who live on her same block.
(c) The town's mayor.
(d) The Homeowners' Association

6. Which of the following is mentioned as the name of Nieves' first child?
(a) Norelia.
(b) Ronelia.
(c) Noelia.
(d) Roelia.

7. Which of the following gifts does Nieves remember giving to Mercy one Christmas?
(a) A play house.
(b) A pair of roller skates.
(c) Nieves does not remember any Christmas gift that she has given to Mercy.
(d) A book of poems.

8. Which city does Rocio mention as her dream destination to spend an evening?
(a) London.
(b) Rome.
(c) Dublin.
(d) Paris.

9. Which of the following item types are among those found on the shelves in Nieves' closet?
(a) Fresh linens.
(b) Old records.
(c) Dolls.
(d) Books.

10. Which of the following ages is mentioned as that of Nieves' first child at the time of the death of Nieves' first husband?
(a) Two years old.
(b) Eight months old.
(c) Three days old.
(d) Six weeks old.

11. What type of dessert is served as part of the Esquibel's family Christmas dinner?
(a) Baked Alaska.
(b) Flan.
(c) Empanadas.
(d) Apple pie.

12. Which of the following may have committed a mistake leading to the death of Nieves' first husband?
(a) The local druggist.
(b) The postman.
(c) Nieves' husband himself.
(d) The local doctor.

13. Which of the following is mentioned as having been the cause of the death of Nieves' first husband?
(a) He drowned.
(b) He was hit by a car.
(c) He drank acid.
(d) He fell off a roof and broke his neck.

14. Which of the following is the favorite tree among the children who live in Rocio's neighborhood?
(a) Pecan.
(b) Oak.
(c) Willow.
(d) Walnut.

15. Which part of the street is Rocio's home located on?
(a) The "Last" part.
(b) The "Middle" part.
(c) The "Up" part.
(d) The "Down" part.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rocio see as she is "flying" into the universe?

2. Aside from food, which of the following is stored in the Esquibels' kitchen?

3. Who narrates the story?

4. Which of Rocio's relatives moves away from the neighborhood?

5. What does the willow tree down the street provide for Rocio, her family, and neighbors?

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