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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The narrator reveals in Chapter III that which character reported Luismi to the police for his possible involvement in the Witch's murder?
(a) Yesenia.
(b) Willy.
(c) Dona Tina.
(d) Munra.

2. What implement did Dona Tina use to cut off Yesenia's hair in retaliation for allegedly telling lies about Luismi?
(a) A switchblade.
(b) A pair of poultry shears.
(c) A can opener.
(d) A pair of barber shears.

3. The person who ended up in possession of the Witch's money intended for a cocaine purchase used most of the money to buy what kind of item?
(a) A car.
(b) Painkillers.
(c) Sneakers.
(d) Flowers.

4. According to the narrator, how often did the Witch leave her house?
(a) Seldom.
(b) Never.
(c) Daily.
(d) Frequently.

5. What is the name of the married woman whom Brando eventually started dating in order to obscure his homosexual identity?
(a) Betsy.
(b) Maria.
(c) Luce.
(d) Leticia.

Short Answer Questions

1. Luismi's mother used to leave him in a crate made of what material while she conducted sex work along the highway?

2. Ever since the accident that nearly took Munra's leg, he avoids what objects?

3. To what type of creature does Yesenia liken Luismi in Chapter III?

4. Prior to his incarceration, Maurilio took what action "like a norteno," (33) according to Yesenia?

5. What is the name of the priest at Brando's mother's parish?

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