The Circuit: Stories from the Life of a Migrant Child - Comprehension Quiz

What does the neighbor woman suspect might be affecting Torito in 'Miracle in Tent City'?

• a hex
• a bad spirit
• the evil eye
• a curse

How might Francisco's family's belief in a miracle reflect their overall approach to life's challenges?

• They rely solely on faith to solve problems
• They balance faith with practical actions
• They reject scientific explanations for events
• They use faith as a last resort when all else fails

What do Francisco's parents vow to do if Torito recovers?

• light candles every day for a year
• pray to the Santo Niño de Atocha for a whole year
• donate money to a local church
• fast for a month

How might the vow to pray to Santo Niño de Atocha for a year demonstrate the family's values?

• It shows their dedication to religious practices
• It indicates their belief in long-term commitments
• It reflects their gratitude and sense of obligation
• It suggests they prefer prayer over medical treatment

What does the setting of the Sheehey Strawberry Farms reveal about the family's lifestyle?

• They enjoy working outdoors
• They face constant instability and movement
• They prefer living in rural areas
• They have a passion for agriculture

What might Francisco's desire to learn to read the books he picks up suggest about his character?

• He is curious and eager to learn
• He wants to escape his current life
• He hopes to impress his parents
• He thinks reading will make him wealthy

How might the constant rain affecting the family's ability to work reflect broader challenges in their lives?

• It symbolizes the unpredictability of their income
• It represents the cleansing of their past struggles
• It shows nature's control over human activities
• It indicates the family's lack of preparation

What does the family's frequent relocation for different crop harvests reveal about migrant workers' lives?

• They enjoy traveling to new places
• They face instability and lack of permanent roots
• They have diverse agricultural skills
• They prefer not to settle in one place

Why does Francisco feel lonely in Chapter 5?

• because Miguelito's family suddenly moves
• because he can't go to school
• because his family is always working
• because he has no siblings

How might Miguelito's family's sudden move affect Francisco's understanding of friendship?

• It teaches him the value of long-distance relationships
• It shows him that friendships can be temporary
• It encourages him to avoid making friends
• It motivates him to find ways to keep in touch