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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III (157 - 225).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Octavio bring to SIxto's house the first time he sees him after his mother and brother's deaths?
(a) A gun.
(b) Marijuana.
(c) New clothes.
(d) A bottle of liquor.

2. What is the problem with Manny and Daniel's father?
(a) He can not get a job.
(b) He has cancer.
(c) He gets drunk and beats their mother.
(d) He is wanted by the police.

3. What illness does Opal's mother tell Opal she is suffering from?
(a) Multiple Sclerosis.
(b) Cancer.
(c) Alcoholism.
(d) Bipolar disorder.

4. What happens to Blue right before she gets to the bus station?
(a) She passes out.
(b) She is in a car accident.
(c) She falls asleep.
(d) She is robbed.

5. What kind of music does Opal like to listen to while she works?
(a) Jazz.
(b) Rap.
(c) Motown classics.
(d) Classic rock.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the boy Opal meets while in the foster system that becomes a lover and lifelong friend?

2. What superstition does Opal have about walking on sidewalks?

3. How does Edwin contact his father for the first time?

4. What kinds of numbers does Opal think are lucky?

5. What kinds of stories does Harvey tell Jacquie on their long ride to Oakland?

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