Bronx Masquerade: Pg. 17-28 Quiz

Reorder the following based on when they first appeared in the "Bronx Masquerade".

• Raul

• Tyrone

• Tanisha

• Diondra

Answer explanation

Order of appearance is when a character is first introduced. Tanisha was introduced within Diondra's story; therefore, she naturally goes after Diondra in order of appearance.

All of the following explain why Raul uses spanish in his story except __________.

• he is proud of his Puerto Rican culture

• he does not understand English

• he uses Spanish terms to explain how he is stereotyped

• he uses Spanish to avoid conversations.

Answer explanation

Raul speaks English very well but chooses when to use Spanish.

Match the following characteristics to the characters it describes.

• Insecure

• Abuelita

• Traditional

• Tyrone

• Judgemental

• Raul

• Confident

• Diondra

Answer explanation

Diondra is unsure about how people will react to her love for painting, Tyrone makes judgements about Raul's lack of speaking, Raul recognizes his ability to draw and paint which fuels his passion, and Abuelita reminds Raul that painting will not feed the family.

Tyrone is impressed by Raul because of his ​ (a)   and ​ (b)   .

• painting skills
• poetry style
• culture
• speaking skills

Answer explanation

Tyrone stands behind Raul at one point and compliments his paintings and even states his "Z" shaped poem was cool.

​ (a)   have a passion for painting which can be seen through their paintings and poetry.

• Diondra and Raul
• Tyrone and Diondra
• Raul and Tyrone

Answer explanation

Diondra uses imagery associated with painting in her poem while Raul paints and draws on a regular basis for Mr. Ward and himself.

What physical characteristic of Diondra has caused her the greatest issues?

• Her skin color

• Her height

• Her smile

• All of the above

Answer explanation

Many people in Diondra's life have assumed she is great at sports because of her height; likewise, many jokes such as "Jolly Green Giant" have been made about her.

Based on what you have read, who seems to be hiding behind their mask the most?

• Diondra

• Raul

• Tyrone

• Wesley

• Chankara

Answer explanation

Any answer here is acceptable because it is based on your opinion.