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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. How is Kody injured outside of the store he wants to rob?
(a) He runs away but is shot in the arm.
(b) He is shot several times.
(c) He escapes without a scratch.
(d) He is arrested for assault.

2. Whose hat is shot when Kody is hiding from rival gang members?
(a) Li'l Monster's.
(b) Fatty's.
(c) Tray Balls'.
(d) Crazy De's.

3. How does Kody get home after he is shot while trying to steal a car?
(a) His crew steals a car.
(b) The father of a female gang member takes him to his mother's house.
(c) He is forced to walk.
(d) He takes the bus.

4. Who does Kody's nurse tell him to call?
(a) She tells him to call his gang crew for protection.
(b) She tells him to call his mother.
(c) She tells him to call a lawyer.
(d) She tells him to call his brother.

5. Before he could rob the store, why does Kody end up shooting a street light?
(a) The gun goes off accidently.
(b) He is angry.
(c) It is too dark to see well.
(d) He is drunk.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which girl is NOT in the car with Kody when he drives to the store he wants to rob?

2. What kind of car does Kody shoot into when he is hanging out at China's house?

3. What does Kody take with him after climbing out of a window at his mother's house in the chapter "The Juvenile Tank?"

4. Why doesn't Kody ride his bike home after the revenge shooting?

5. Where does Kody find his sister when he gets home after he is shot at by rival gang members?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does China's grandfather show his disdain for gangs?

2. Describe Kody's relationship with Tamu.

3. In the chapter "Ambush," Kody talks about how gang members are treated. What does he say about how did the gang members treat each other?

4. In the chapter "Boys to Men", do Kody demonstrate any remorse his violent actions?

5. In the chapter, "The Juvenile Tank," Kody is reflective about prison gangs. According to Kody, how does prison strengthen the gang?

6. Describe the time Kody and his brother were arguing over a piece of trash.

7. By the end of the first chapter, Kody begins to show signs of a struggle with gang life. In what ways is he having difficulty with his choices?

8. How did Kody and his crew send a message to would-be kidnappers?

9. What happens once the police officers arrive at the hospital to interview Kody about the shooting that left him injured?

10. Why is it foolish for Kody to be alone at night, unarmed?

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