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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. In Chapter 10, how does Dona Maria talk about Gabriel to Rafaela?
(a) Like she dislikes him.
(b) She refuses to talk about him.
(c) In a mother-like way.
(d) As if they are good friends.

2. When does Gabriel call Buzzworm in Chapter 6?
(a) After talking with Emi on the phone.
(b) Before submitting a story for review.
(c) Before he goes to bed.
(d) After leaving work.

3. Why does Emi tease Gabriel in Chapter 20 as they eat?
(a) Because he isn't an adventurous eater.
(b) She doesn't tease him; he teases her.
(c) Because he is a messy eater.
(d) Because he always insists on paying.

4. How does Bobby feel about the wage he earns in the United States?
(a) He is excited by how generous it is.
(b) He thinks it is acceptable.
(c) He is angry that he isn't paid more.
(d) He is worried that he won't have any savings.

5. Where is Rafaela's father from?
(a) South America.
(b) Canada.
(c) The United States.
(d) Jamaica.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 3, what genre of film does Gabriel say he appreciates?

2. What does Buzzworm say he is a veteran of?

3. In Chapter 4, who does Buzzworm find food for?

4. What does Buzzworm give the young man in Chapter 13 after he hears the gun fire?

5. In Chapter 20, where do Emi and Gabriel meet?

Short Essay Questions

1. What history of Gabriel's work is given in Chapter 6?

2. In Chapter 1, how is Rafaela's life in Mexico described?

3. What does Bobby think about his disagreements with Rafaela before she left for Mexico?

4. How does Gabriel feel while going out to eat with Emi in Chapter 20?

5. Why does Rafaela leave Bobby?

6. In Chapter 13, what is Buzzworm's plan for improving Los Angeles neighborhoods?

7. In Chapter 5, how is Manzanar Mukakami introduced?

8. Why is Gabriel finally able to interview Manzanar?

9. What does Buzzworm do with his watches in Chapter 4?

10. In Chapter 14, what does Emi learn about the car accident?

(see the answer keys)

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