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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does the narrator believe is the only person who truly knows her?
(a) Her mother
(b) Sebastien
(c) Her father
(d) Her shadow

2. Why did Kongo disapprove of Joel and Felice's relationship?
(a) She was not beautiful enough for Joel
(b) Her father had stolen a chicken from Kongo
(c) Felice came from a poor family
(d) Her grandfather had stolen a chicken from Kongo

3. Why is it ironic to Juana that Senora Valencia has twins?
(a) Her mother looked like she was having twins when she had Valencia
(b) Her mother always dreamed Valencia would have twins
(c) Juana always wanted to have twins
(d) Twins are a sign of good luck

4. Which of the following is NOT a piece of advice Amabelle gives Senora Valencia to help ease the pain of childbirth?
(a) The pain will be only a bit more than being stung by a wasp
(b) Pray to the Virgin Mary for strength
(c) Breathe freely
(d) The child will be hers forever once she gives birth to him/her

5. What is Sebastien's bracelet made of?
(a) Sugar cane juice
(b) Sugar cane stalks
(c) Goat bones
(d) Coffee beans

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Senora Valencia tell Amabelle she had her light a candle for?

2. How does Luis characterize the drive from the army base home?

3. How does Mimi say she hopes to die?

4. Why doesn't Senora Valencia name her son immediately?

5. What profession does the narrator hold?

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