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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV (Chapters 12 - 14).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which senator does Peralta begin the book with a quote from?
(a) Senator Nancy Pelosi.
(b) Senator Hillary Clinton.
(c) Senator Jeff Sessions.
(d) Senator Mitt Romney.

2. Who is the sidekick of the boy who bullies Peralta in Chapter 5?
(a) Rick.
(b) Geno.
(c) Mouseface.
(d) Merly.

3. What does everyone call Juan Jose?
(a) Juanita.
(b) Juan Jo.
(c) Jo.
(d) Jo-Jo.

4. What does Peralta call the blessings he asks his mother for each morning?
(a) Bestowals.
(b) Prayers.
(c) Betrothals.
(d) Benedicion.

5. What illness does Yando develop in Part II?
(a) TB.
(b) Yellow Fever.
(c) Multiple Sclerosis.
(d) Asthma.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Peralta and his friends affectionately call Father Michael?

2. Why can Peralta not be paid for his work as an advisor in Chapter 8?

3. What slogan causes great consternation and debate on Princeton's campus in Chapter 14?

4. Where do Peralta and Yando look forward to eating as a very special treat during the time they spend in the homeless shelter?

5. Why does Maria refuse to marry Carlos?

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