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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Complexion, Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Rodriguez describe his life as a child?
(a) Frightening.
(b) Sheltered.
(c) Boring.
(d) Fun.

2. In The Achievement of Desire, Prologue, Rodriguez says that now that he is successful, people always ask him a certain question. What is it?
(a) Did you benefit from affirmative action?
(b) How did you manage your success?
(c) Can I have your autograph?
(d) Are your brothers and sisters as smart as you are?

3. When he is a child, what do people say about Rodriguez's complexion?
(a) They tease him.
(b) They tell him he is handsome.
(c) They joke with him about how light his skin is.
(d) They tell him to see a doctor to get help.

4. As he gets older, what do people tell Rodriguez about his complexion?
(a) They are envious of his "tan."
(b) They tell him to see a doctor to get help.
(c) They joke with him about how light his skin is.
(d) They tease him.

5. In Aria, Chapter 3, why does Rodriguez's family tease him?
(a) Because he cannot speak Spanish very well.
(b) Because he reads too many books.
(c) Because they think he is ugly.
(d) Because he is bad at sports.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Rodriguez's family, what is wrong with Richard?

2. What is Rodriguez told when he asks questions about the church?

3. How does Rodriguez think the church treats his parents?

4. Where does Rodriguez believe English should be spoken?

5. How does the family's use of the word "gringo" change as the children learn more English?

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