Setting and Characters
Where does the story take place?
Texas
Which of the following provides the best summary of the story?
A. Rey recalls times when Mr. Sánchez has used him and does not want to help him fix the flat tire.
B. Mr. Sánchez gets a flat tire and wishes he hadn't taken advantage of Rey in the past.
C. Rey sees Mr. Sánchez struggling to fix a flat tire and decides to help him out.
D. Mr. Sánchez observes Rey passing him up in his time of need.
A. Rey recalls times when Mr. Sánchez has used him and does not want to help him fix the flat tire.
What does labor mean in this sentence: "The next time was real hard labor."
Hard work
What excuse does Mr. Sánchez give when the boys want to use his pool after cleaning his yard?
He does not want them to get dirt in his pool.
In what season does the story take place?
Summer
Which of the following best describes Rey's relationship with Mr. Sánchez in this selection?
A. Mr. Sánchez is like a father figure to Rey.
B. Rey thinks that Mr. Sánchez treats him unfairly.
C. Mr. Sánchez relies on Rey to do things that he cannot.
D. Rey pities Mr. Sánchez as he wishes he could help.
B. Rey thinks that Mr. Sánchez treats him unfairly.
What does privilege mean in this sentence: "It was a privilege and not a right, and you messed it up. Now leave!"
A special opportunity or reward.
Why does Rey get upset with Mr. Sanchez after he gives the boys chips and drinks?
He only got one Coke and one bag of chips for 10 boys to share.
What is Mr. Sanchez's job?
Politico/Politician
Why is Rey upset with Orlie at the beginning of the story?
A.Orlie lied about letting the boys use the basketball hoop.
B. Orlie called Rey and his friends "vatos"
C. Orlie said that Rey could come use the pool.
D. Orlie did not help Rey clean the yard.
C. Orlie said that Rey could come use the pool.
What does occurred mean in this sentence: "I thought you and Orlie were in Mission taking care of some business, so it never occurred to me to stop and help a neighbor."
Thought of it
Where is Rey driving to when he sees Mr. Sánchez on the side of the road?
To pick his brother up from summer school.
What grade is Rey in?
Senior in High School
Why does Rey hold a grudge against Mr. Sánchez?
A. Mr. Sánchez tricks Rey and his friends into working for him but does not give the rewards he promises.
B. Mr. Sánchez will not let Rey play with his son.
C. Mr. Sánchez fired Rey's dad.
D. Mr. Sánchez threw Rey's soda in the pool.
A. Mr. Sánchez tricks Rey and his friends into working for him but does not give the rewards he promises.
What does dejected mean in this sentence: "The rest of us walked after him, dejected. He hadn't bent the rim even a millimeter."
A feeling of disappointment and rejection.
What does Mr. Sánchez offer Rey after he fixes his tire?
To come over for a party/barbeque at his house with important people
What is Mr. Sanchez's son's name?
Orlie/Orlando
What is the main problem Rey faces at the end of the story?
A. He does not want to pick his brother up from school.
B. He does not know how to help his dad recover from his exhausting job.
C. He has to decide whether to help Mr. Sánchez with his tire or not.
D. He does not want to play football with his friends.
C. He has to decide whether to help Mr. Sánchez with his tire or not.
What does hustled mean in this sentence: "Twice before he had hustled us this way of our time and effort. Always dangling the carrot in front of our eyes, then snatching it away last second."
Tricked
What does Mr. Sánchez do after one of the boys calls him a "vato"?
He forbids the boys from ever coming to his house.
Why does Rey decide to pull over and help Mr. Sánchez?