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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one rule for the dance that is arranged?
(a) No weapons.
(b) No alcohol.
(c) No knives.
(d) No Lomas.

2. What does the neighborhood plan to do about gang violence?
(a) Get more cops.
(b) Get better teachers.
(c) They're not sure -- they plan another meeting.
(d) Become better parents.

3. Who tells Luis to get a gun after the bikers accost?
(a) Mr. Madison.
(b) Vivian.
(c) Santos.
(d) Chente.

4. Where does Luis find Vivian after he had been waiting for her at the dance?
(a) In the arms of another man.
(b) At work.
(c) With his brother.
(d) At home.

5. Who do the Sangras shoot that prompts revenge from the Lomas?
(a) Little Man.
(b) Black Dog.
(c) Luis.
(d) Clavo.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does media coverage of gangs increase partway through the book?

2. How does Luis's dream about Lisa end?

3. How do some of the people in the neighborhood think gang violence should be stopped?

4. Who did a group of bikers accost midway through the book?

5. How long does Luis wait for Vivian at the dance before he leaves?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do the riots of the Vietnam War impact Luis's life?

2. How does Luis get wrapped up in the attack led by Santos?

3. What are Mr. Madison's plans for changes for the high school?

4. Why does Sal feel for the Sangras?

5. How does Luis feel about the changes Mr. Madison made?

6. What are some small strides happening in race relations at Luis' school after Mr. Madison arrives?

7. What happens when Michael's brother gets in trouble?

8. Who is Lisa and what dream does Luis have about her?

9. What happens when Luis tries to attend Taft High School to get a better education?

10. How does Luis find out about the city mural project?

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