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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Pages 63 - 124).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Tyrell read in Novisha's diary that upsets him?
(a) She is thinking of moving out of her mother's apartment.
(b) She thinks he should go to college himself.
(c) She is depressed and down on herself.
(d) She is attracted to other boys.

2. Why does Jasmine want Tyrell to stay with her at night?
(a) She wants to charge him for sex.
(b) She hates being alone.
(c) She is afraid Reyna will try to hurt her again.
(d) She is afraid of being assaulted by her ex-boyfriend.

3. What does Tyrell do while Novisha does her homework in Chapter 11?
(a) Watch television.
(b) Eat.
(c) Sing.
(d) Play piano.

4. Where is Tyrell's father?
(a) Out to sea in the Navy.
(b) At work.
(c) Dead.
(d) Prison.

5. How does Tyrell sometimes make fast cash?
(a) Selling drugs.
(b) Selling bootleg purses.
(c) Skimming MetroCards.
(d) Cooking.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has Tyrell seen his father do to his mother in the past that he is upset by?

2. How much did Tyrell's father typically make on one party?

3. Why is Tyrell so mad at his mother in Chapter 12?

4. What does Tyrell tell Novisha the money she finds is for?

5. Who does Tyrell ask for money for his party?

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