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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Shot at It and Epilogue: One of These Days.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To what does Esmeralda compare Abuela's palms in "Why Women Remain Jamona"?
(a) An old cloth.
(b) An avocado pit.
(c) Butter.
(d) Leather.

2. Which authority figure in Esmeralda's life is so gullible as to believe everything the children tell him/her?
(a) Dona Andrea.
(b) Abuela.
(c) Titi Generosa.
(d) Don Luis.

3. Which of the following is NOT one of the images in the botanica window Esmeralda passes in "El Mangle"?
(a) A blonde Virgin Mary.
(b) The Creation scene.
(c) A bleeding Jesus Christ.
(d) The Tree of Life.

4. What does Papi order from the roadside stand when the get off the bus in "Why Women Remain Jamona"?
(a) Two alcapurrias and two Coca-Colas.
(b) Two empanadas and a Pepsi.
(c) Two cafe con leches.
(d) A large plate of rice and beans.

5. What can Esmeralda hear from the stoop as she holds back tears in "Why Women Remain Jamona"?
(a) The sound of the telephone ringing downstairs.
(b) The sound of Papi fighting with Abuela.
(c) The sound of Abuela praying the rosary.
(d) The sound of the water lapping the shore.

Short Answer Questions

1. Mami was happier before they moved to Macun. Which city did she live in before the move?

2. Where does Abuelo sleep?

3. How far is the performing arts school from Esmeralda's house?

4. How does Sra. Leona attempt to embarrass Esmeralda in class?

5. What is ron canita?

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