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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III (Pages 161 - 240).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Camino when Papi dies?
(a) 32.
(b) 16.
(c) 14.
(d) 20.

2. When and where did Tia once teach Camino how to dance?
(a) At weddings and christenings.
(b) At the dance hall.
(c) At the ceremonies to the drums of the santero.
(d) At Tia's friend's dance studio.

3. What does Yahaira want to call her mother's family members who come asking for money immediately after Papi's death?
(a) Rollenos.
(b) Cucarachas.
(c) Matadonas.
(d) Farfalles.

4. What does Mami tell Yahaira the settlement money for Papi might do for Mami?
(a) Help Tio Jorge start his own business.
(b) Help Yahaira go to college.
(c) Help her get a new job.
(d) Unshame her with her family.

5. What does Yahaira compare the tension in her house with Mami to?
(a) A thief.
(b) A worm.
(c) A fox.
(d) A winged monster.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Carline say when Camino tells her about contacting Yahaira?

2. Why is Carline worried about Camino in Part III?

3. What happened to Yahaira on the subway that haunts her in Part III?

4. Why is Camino thinking her ability to travel to the United States is in jeopardy in Part III?

5. What did Papi surprise Yahaira with one night at his billiards?

(see the answer key)

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