Mexican Whiteboy

What does Uncle Ray tell Danny about his Dad's feelings about being Mexican?

• He is super proud to be from Mexico.

• He feels inferior and hates the way Mexicans are treated.

• He thinks Mexicans have more advantages than Blacks.

• He wants Danny to be ALL Mexican, not just half Mexican.

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Who jumps in to save Danny and Uno when they win the third round against Carmelo and his friends?

• The Mexican Scout

• Uncle Ray

• Uncle Tommy

• Senior

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Why does Danny feel out of place with his family in National City?

• Because he doesn't speak Spanish and he is only half Mexican.

• Because he thinks he is better than they are.

• Because they don't try to include him and treat him like an outsider.

• Because his mom told him not to trust them.

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What is the main theme of the novel 'Mexican Whiteboy'?

• Identity and self-discovery

• Adventure and exploration

• Love and relationships

• War and peace

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Who is the author of 'Mexican Whiteboy'?

• Matt de la Peña

• J.K. Rowling

• John Green

• Suzanne Collins

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What sport does Danny excel at in 'Mexican Whiteboy'?

• Basketball

• Baseball

• Soccer

• Tennis

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What is Danny's struggle with his cultural identity in 'Mexican Whiteboy'?

• He feels too American to fit in with his Mexican family.

• He feels too Mexican to fit in with his American friends.

• He is proud of both cultures and feels no struggle.

• He rejects both cultures entirely.

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What is the significance of Danny's pitching arm in the story?

• It symbolizes his connection to his father.

• It represents his struggle with identity.

• It is a metaphor for his anger.

• It is unrelated to the main themes.

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How does Danny's relationship with Uno develop throughout the novel?

• They become rivals.

• They become close friends.

• They remain distant acquaintances.

• They become enemies.

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What role does family play in 'Mexican Whiteboy'?

• Family is a source of conflict and confusion.

• Family is a source of support and love.

• Family is irrelevant to the story.

• Family is only mentioned briefly.

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