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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. In what situation does Kyra first see Candidó?
(a) He is landscaping her yard.
(b) He is one of the drunk Mexicans at the convenience store.
(c) He is trying to rescue her dog.
(d) He is helping to build her backyard fence.

2. How many hours each day does Delaney devote to his work?
(a) None.
(b) Eight.
(c) Twelve to fifteen.
(d) Four.

3. Who does Delaney hit with his car?
(a) Socorro.
(b) América.
(c) Kyra.
(d) Candidó.

4. What does Delaney see near the creek in the canyon?
(a) Sleeping bags and magazines.
(b) Old treehouses.
(c) Ghosts.
(d) Dead coyotes.

5. Which character has severe nightmares?
(a) Jack, Jr.
(b) Kyra.
(c) Jordan.
(d) América.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character says he thinks building a gate is necessary?

2. Who is Dominick Flood?

3. What is characteristic of the man Delaney sees in the parking lot?

4. How much does América make per hour?

5. Which of the following describes the appearance of the homes in Arroyo Blanco Estates?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Candidó in the parking lot of the Chinese grocery?

2. What is Kyra's response to the large group of Mexican men sitting outside a convenience store?

3. What does Kyra give Delaney when he helps her close the Da Ros place? What does Delaney tell her when she describes to him why she likes the mansion?

4. What is Delaney's plan for catching anyone who comes near the gate?

5. What is Delaney's encounter with the light-skinned Mexican and his friend like?

6. Describe the first interaction between Delaney and Candidó.

7. Describe the flashback Candidó has regarding his encounter with the INS.

8. Describe the physical appearance of the homes and grounds at Arroyo Blanco Estates.

9. What does Delaney think happened to his car while he is hiking?

10. Describe the circumstances in which Delaney meets Dominick Flood.

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