Enrique's Journey (up to Chapter 7)

Before he crosses the river, what does Enrique do with Lourdes's phone number?

• He rips it up so the cops can't find her.

• He puts it in a plastic bag so it won't get wet.

• He puts it in his hat so it won't touch the water.

• He gives it to El Tirindaro to keep safe.

Which of the following statements is true about Enrique?

• He made enough money to pay for the smuggler.

• He memorized his mom's phone number.

• He knows how to swim.

• He is not scared to cross the river.

Which of the following best describes the Rio Grande from Enrique's perspective?

• It is dangerous because of the border patrol agents, whirlpools, and snakes.

• It is eerie because it's calm, quiet, and empty.

• It's comforting because it's the safest way to cross into the U.S.

• It's fun because it's a good place for kids to swim and play.

Who goes with Enrique across the river?

• No one-- he is alone.

• El Tirindaro.

• El Tirindaro and 2 other immigrants.

• El Tirindaro and 2 of his business partners.

Where would Enrique be deported to if he were caught crossing the river?

• Nuevo Laredo

• Chiapas

• Guatemala

• Honduras

How long has it been since Enrique first started trying to get to the U.S.?

• One year.

• 8 months.

• 4 months.

• 1 month.

Where do Enrique and the others hide for an hour and a half after they see the border patrol? (This happens after they have crossed the Rio Grande.)

• In an empty warehouse.

• In the Zacate creek.

• Aboard a bus headed to Dallas.

• In some bushes.

What's unusual about Enrique's shoes?

• They're women's shoes.

• They're much too large for him.

• They're surprisingly nice.

• They're 2 left shoes.

How do Enrique and the others get to the smugglers' car?

• They run.

• They ride skateboards.

• They take a bus.

• They swim.

What kind of car are Enrique's smugglers driving?

• A chevy.

• A ford.

• A toyota.

• A jeep.