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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what institution did Gary Soto earn his M.F.A. in poetry?
(a) The University of Wisconsin, Madison.
(b) The University of Alaska, Fairbanks.
(c) The University of California, Irvine.
(d) The University of Nevada, Reno.

2. What does Eddie’s aunt want him to do for her in Chapter 2?
(a) Avenge her son’s death.
(b) Go shopping with her.
(c) Pay her for the tortillas.
(d) Get out of the barrio.

3. When was author Gary Soto born?
(a) 1952.
(b) 1947.
(c) 1940.
(d) 1958.

4. What refers to writing or speech primarily intended to convey information or to explain?
(a) Metaphor.
(b) Motif.
(c) Foreshadowing.
(d) Exposition.

5. What inexpensive food does Eddie typically live off of in the novel?
(a) Top Ramen.
(b) Rice.
(c) Peanut butter.
(d) Dog food.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Eddie explain to Mr. Stiles in the note that he leaves him in Chapter 3?

2. What pests inhabit Eddie’s apartment much to his chagrin in the novel?

3. In narrative, what is any recurring element that has symbolic significance in a story?

4. What is the playground in the barrio where kids play, and where gangsters recruit new members?

5. What job does Mr. Stiles ask Eddie to do for him in Chapter 2?

(see the answer key)

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