Born Worker by Gary Soto

What was said about Jose's physical appearance as a child?

• He was always clean and well-dressed

• He was born with a ring of dirt around his neck and grime under his fingernails

• He had delicate hands

• He was taller than all his peers

What did Jose's father see when he looked around the city from the telephone poles?

• Years of work

• His friends and family

• Potential for new developments

• A beautiful view of the city

What was Jose's attitude towards school?

• He did well but felt destined to labor

• He excelled in his studies

• He was an average student

• He disliked school and often skipped classes

How did Jose view his cousin Arnie?

• As his best friend

• As lazy and spoiled

• As a role model

• With admiration and respect

What was Arnie's proposal to Jose?

• To start a company together

• To study abroad

• To start a band

• To travel the world

What was Jose's initial reaction to Arnie's business proposal?

• He wanted to consult his parents first

• He suggested they write a book instead

• He was skeptical and thought it was a bad deal

• He was excited and agreed immediately

What kind of jobs did Arnie find for them?

• Acting gigs

• Teaching positions

• Manual labor like peeling off shingles and carrying rocks

• Office jobs

How did Jose feel about Arnie's criticism of his work?

• He asked for more criticism to improve

• He appreciated the feedback

• He was indifferent

• He was bothered by it

What was the final profit split agreed upon by Jose and Arnie for their work?

• Fifty-fifty

• Eighty-twenty

• Sixty-forty

• Seventy-thirty

What did Mr. Clemens require from Jose and Arnie for the job?

• To paint his house

• To mow his lawn

• To clean a drained swimming pool

• To clean his car