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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 many blocks does Ichiro's mother walk to get bread?
(a) 13.
(b) 26.
(c) 30.
(d) 3.

2. How long ago did Ichiro's father come to the United States?
(a) 18 years ago.
(b) 5 years ago.
(c) 35 years ago.
(d) 13 years ago.

3. How long was Ito in the U.S. Army?
(a) Six months.
(b) Six days.
(c) Six weeks.
(d) 16 months.

4. Why does Kenji want Ichiro to go for a ride with him after the incident outside the gambling hall?
(a) They want to leave before Bull comes outside.
(b) Kenji knows the attackers will be back to hurt Ichiro.
(c) Kenji feels like driving to the country.
(d) Kenji has a girl he wants Ichiro to meet.

5. What might Portland represent to Kenji?
(a) A place to find a job.
(b) A chance to drive his new car.
(c) A chance to ease his physical pain.
(d) A chance to make new friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Ichiro so angry before he leaves for Portland?

2. What is Ichiro's father begging Taro to do while he plays solitaire?

3. What does Kenji need to walk?

4. The "good" Japanese-Americans were allowed to do what?

5. Ichiro will enlist in the U.S. Army if what happens?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is a "no-no" boy?

2. Describe Club Oriental and what it has to offer.

3. Why is Ichiro's brother, Taro, so anxious about enlisting in the U.S. military?

4. How does Ichiro's father get him to leave the house after Ichiro fought with his mother?

5. Why does Kenji walk with a cane?

6. Why does Ichiro believe he is a true American citizen?

7. Why does Ichiro call Taro a fool?

8. Describe Ichiro's family and their attitude toward each other.

9. Why does Ichiro refuse to fight in the war?

10. Who attacks Ichiro outside of Club Oriental?

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