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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

According to Ms. Galiano, what is spoken word poetry? (from Part I: "In the Beginning Was the Word," Pages 52-92)

Poetry that is performed.

Poetry that must incorporate dance moves.

Poetry that involves blending multiple languages.

Poetry that must include the words of others.

2.

According to Xiomara's conversation with Father Sean, how does Xiomara feel in the aftermath of Mrs. Batista seeing Xiomara and Aman on the train? (from Part III: "The Voice of One Crying in the Wilderness," Pages 221-274)

She feels even more committed to marrying Aman.

She feels deeply guilty and asks Father Sean to hear her confession.

She hates that she got caught but does not feel any remorse.

She decides that she will never date again.

3.

What is Mrs. Batista planning for Xiomara in the upcoming summer? (from Part III: "The Voice of One Crying in the Wilderness," Pages 221-274)

She plans to send Xiomara to the Dominican Republic.

She tells Xiomara that it is time to help out at the family store.

She plans to have Xiomara serve as a camp counselor at Bible camp.

She wants Xiomara to take classes at City College of New York.

4.

How does Xavier respond when Xiomara shows up at his school? (from Part II: "And the Word Was Made Flesh," Pages 137-220)

He was not at school.

He introduces her to his boyfriend.

He is upset and tells her he does not need her to defend him now.

He is glad to see her because he was not sure he could avoid another fight.

5.

How do the audience members respond when Xiomara performs at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe open mic night? (from Part III: "The Voice of One Crying in the Wilderness," Pages 275-357)

They tell her not be discouraged when she gets so frightened she cannot perform.

People talk, eat, and in general ignore her when she performs.

They give her constructive criticism so she can improve enough to perform better the next time around.

They applaud her, and the host of the event invites Xiomara to a citywide slam contest.

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