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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Chapters 4 - 7).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What classical character does Peralta most closely identify with in Chapter 5?
(a) Perseus.
(b) Odysseus.
(c) Agamemnon.
(d) Telemachus.

2. What do Peralta's Collegiate classmates make fun of him about that makes him very angry?
(a) His not having a father.
(b) His dark skin.
(c) His brother.
(d) His mother's name and ethnicity.

3. How much is the tuition at Collegiate when Peralta applies there?
(a) $5,000.
(b) $10,000.
(c) $25,000.
(d) $16,000.

4. Whose backpack does Peralta hide in Chapter 6?
(a) Stephen's.
(b) Nick's.
(c) Juan's.
(d) Bob's.

5. Where does Maria pick up the money Peralta's father sends to them?
(a) UPS.
(b) American Express.
(c) The post office.
(d) Western Union.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sport does Peralta like to watch with his father as a child?

2. What is one of the insults Peralta's Prep classmates make towards him?

3. Where is Peralta's first apartment after leaving the homeless shelter with his family?

4. What is the name of Peralta's family's church through most of his youth?

5. What is Peralta's little brother's name?

(see the answer key)

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