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

2. How old was Peralta when his parents first visited the USA?
(a) 1.
(b) 2.
(c) 8.
(d) 4.

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

4. How much money does Peralta win for his prize in fourth grade?
(a) $50.
(b) $100.
(c) $25.
(d) $150.

5. What is strange about Yando for a long period in his childhood?
(a) He talks very rarely.
(b) He wears only shorts, even in winter.
(c) He never wears shoes.
(d) He eats only yellow food.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Peralta meet at an arts program who takes Peralta and Yando under his wing?

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

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

4. What term of affection does Maria routinely use towards Peralta?

5. Why does Peralta's mother initially travel to the USA?

(see the answer key)

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