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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Casi Senorita and Dreams of a Better Life.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What color is Mami's skin?
(a) Deep brown.
(b) Yellow.
(c) Rusty.
(d) Pink.

2. Which of the following is NOT one of the characters which captivate Esmeralda and her siblings?
(a) El Perrito Goofy.
(b) Tom and Jerry.
(c) El Ratoncito Mickey Mouse.
(d) Pato Donald.

3. What type of accent does the nutrition expert have which prevents him from being readily understood?
(a) Castillian.
(b) Portugese.
(c) English.
(d) U.S. American.

4. Why does Esmeralda's piano teacher slap her hands during her first lesson?
(a) Esmeralda is daydreaming.
(b) Esmeralda plays the piano like a conga drum.
(c) Esmeralda is disrespectful of his authority.
(d) Esmeralda is a slow learner.

5. What does Esmeralda love most about Titi Generosa?
(a) Titi Generosa's blunt, vulgar language.
(b) Titi Generosa's inviting home.
(c) Titi Generosa's warm, generous nature.
(d) Titi Generosa's storytelling.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Esmeralda define politics in "The American Invasion of Macun"?

2. What happens to Dona Cony in "El Mangle"?

3. What didn't Esmeralda mean to steal from the baby's piggy bank?

4. What is sancocho?

5. What does Dona Andrea give to Mami in "El Mangle"?

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