Efren's Family

What was Efren's reaction when Apá didn't say anything after hanging up the phone?

• He started a conversation with Apá.

• He felt a terrible weight on his chest and tears in his eyes.

• He immediately left the room.

• He laughed to lighten the mood.

What did Efren imagine as he thought about Lalo watching his daughter grow up?

• Lalo watching Mia from a distance.

• Lalo and Mia trying to squeeze their little arms through the fence to hold hands.

• Lalo teaching Mia how to ride a bike.

• Lalo watching Mia graduate from school.

What did Efren interrupt himself doing when he was talking to Mia and Max?

• He stopped himself from crying.

• He interrupted himself from making a promise.

• He stopped himself from yelling.

• He interrupted himself from laughing.

What did Efren do after the twins fell asleep?

• He went to bed himself.

• He cleaned up the kitchen.

• He took a walk outside.

• He called someone on the phone.

What is Efren's concern regarding taking the twins to school and picking them up?

• He is worried about the cost of transportation.

• He is concerned about the twins' safety.

• He doesn't think he has the right to ask Apá to continue doing it.

• He is unsure of the route to the school.

What does Efren fear the most about Amá?

• That she will come back but not recognize them.

• That she will be angry with them for not keeping the house clean.

• That she will never come back.

• That she will come back but leave again soon.

How did Ms. Solomon react when she saw Efren and the twins at school?

• She was indifferent and ignored them.

• She was happy and greeted them cheerfully.

• She was upset and scolded Efren.

• She was empathetic and hugged them.

What is the name of the book that Efrén finds special and wants to leave behind as much as he can?

• The House on Mango Street

• The Fair Tomorrow Program

• The Highland Street Chronicles

• The School Election Story

Why did Efrén decide to drop out of the election?

• He wanted to focus on his studies.

• He was forced to by Mr. Garrett.

• He did not want to deal with the politics anymore.

• He lost his agenda and could not keep track of the campaign.

What program does Ms. Salas believe can help kids of color get into private boarding high schools all over the country?

• The Mango Street Initiative

• The Fair Tomorrow Program

• The Highland Street Education Fund

• The School Success Scheme