118 pages 3 hours read

Matt de la Peña

We Were Here

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009

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1. How does Miguel’s character evolve from the beginning to the end of the novel?

A) Miguel values human connection with Diego less at the end of the novel.

B) Miguel is more concerned with education at the end of the novel.

C) Miguel is less concerned with family ties at the end of the novel.

D) Miguel values communication with others more at the end of the novel.

2. Which of the following best describes the value of the group home for Miguel by the end of his journey?

A) It is a place where Miguel can reconnect with his mom.

B) It is a place where Miguel can heal his wounds.

C) It is a place where Miguel can make friends.

D) It is a place where Miguel can take care of Rondell.

3. Which scenario best represents the novel’s theme of The Acceptance of Mortality?

A) Miguel tells Rondell to kill him when Rondell puts his boot on his neck.

B) Mong speaks of dying in the water on the Golden Gate Bridge.

C) Mong places the tooth around Miguel’s neck before dying.

D) Miguel plays drums for Mong and his father.

4. Which of the following is the original source of conflict between Miguel and Mong?

A) Mong wants to kill himself.

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