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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I (Chapters 1 - 3).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of car does Carlos drive?
(a) Corvette.
(b) Lamborghini.
(c) Maserati.
(d) Altima.

2. Who is the Dominican leader Peralta's mother tells him was evil?
(a) Marshall Rodelio.
(b) Ricky Martino.
(c) Mando Josilio.
(d) Rafael Trujilo.

3. What had Maria done for a living in The Dominican Republic?
(a) Managed a pension fund.
(b) Practiced law.
(c) Taught.
(d) Practiced medicine.

4. What day does Peralta's father leave the United States for good?
(a) March 3, 1995.
(b) December 25, 1990.
(c) January 31, 1993.
(d) July 30, 1997.

5. Who is the only one in Peralta's family eligible for federal assistance?
(a) Peralta.
(b) Yando.
(c) Peralta's father.
(d) Maria.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which senator does Peralta begin the book with a quote from?

2. How much older is Peralta's father than his mother?

3. Where is the homeless shelter where Peralta and his family spend some time during his youth?

4. Where does Peralta live while he attends high school?

5. How much money does Peralta win for his prize in fourth grade?

(see the answer key)

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