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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the paisanos not clean the windows of Danny's house?
(a) The kids would just mess them up again.
(b) It would let in too much light.
(c) Someone cleans them once a year.
(d) They are too high to reach.

2. Pilon and Pablo bring Danny _____________ and the pink bra as a peace offering.
(a) deviled eggs.
(b) a cigar.
(c) a rooster.
(d) a gallon of wine.

3. Where does Dolores try to attract men?
(a) Her front gate.
(b) A street corner.
(c) A bar.
(d) A cafe.

4. For whom does Danny buy the item in #83?
(a) Danny.
(b) Joe.
(c) Sweets.
(d) Jesus.

5. Who shares wine with Pilon and Pablo?
(a) Max Sanchez.
(b) Jorge Garcia.
(c) Jesus Maria Corcoran.
(d) Jesus Luis.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Pilon do to earn money?

2. What is Danny's role in TORTILLA FLAT?

3. Why does Cornelia vow to beat Emilio?

4. What rank does the sixteen-year-old boy have in the Mexican army?

5. Who is Pilon's partner on St. Andrew's Eve?

(see the answer key)

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