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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Angels on the Ceiling and You Don't Want to Know.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of music does Papi hum while he works?
(a) His favorite chachacha.
(b) The rhythms of American rock 'n roll.
(c) The melody of rythm and blues.
(d) The words to famous boleros.

2. Who is the governor of Puerto Rico during "The Invasion of Macun"?
(a) Raul Sanchez.
(b) Ike Eisenhower.
(c) Don Ignacio Santiago.
(d) Don Luis Munoz Marin.

3. Where do the town people seek shelter at the opening of "Mami Gets a Job"?
(a) The local church.
(b) Dona Ana's.
(c) The school.
(d) Tata's.

4. Why won't Abuela make breakfast before Mass?
(a) Abuela does not have anything to make for breakfast.
(b) Abuela is punishing Esmeralda.
(c) Abuela fasts before church.
(d) Abuela does not want to be late.

5. In "The American Invasion of Macun", what does the expert pull out of a suitcase?
(a) A bag of toothbrushes.
(b) A model of the human heart.
(c) A huge set of teeth.
(d) A diagram of the digestive system.

Short Answer Questions

1. What excuse does Papi give for not having money to bring home to the family?

2. What does Esmeralda describe as a "mound" with "watery edges"?

3. What is Margie's mother's name?

4. What color are Nicasia's eyes?

5. Why does Esmeralda's mother call her Negi?

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