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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, First Chapter: The Languor of Ofenísia, Sections titled Of the Dos Reis Sisters and their Nativity Scene, Of a Desperate Search, Of a Political Boss in the Sun, and Of a Political Conspiracy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Mundinho Falção's family live?
(a) Salvador.
(b) Minas Gerais.
(c) São Paulo.
(d) Rio de Janeiro.

2. What innovation will be introduced to Ilhéus in the new hotel?
(a) An escalator.
(b) A swimming pool.
(c) An elevator.
(d) A hot tub.

3. According to the Doctor's book, with which historical figure did his ancestor Ofenísia have a clandestine romance?
(a) Henry XIII.
(b) Emperor Pedro II.
(c) Napoleon Bonaparte.
(d) Caramuru.

4. What type of business does Jacob the Russian open in Ilhéus?
(a) A bus company.
(b) A cabaret.
(c) A dry goods store.
(d) A restaurant.

5. Where was Nacib born?
(a) France.
(b) Arabia.
(c) Turkey.
(d) Syria.

Short Answer Questions

1. What socially recognized relationship does Father Basílio have with the children he fathered with Otália?

2. What news does Mundinho Falção break to his family during his visit?

3. After speaking to the Dos Reis sisters, where does Nacib begin his search for a cook?

4. Why does Mundinho leave Rio de Janeiro to live in Ilhéus initially?

5. How long has Nacib owned the Vesuvius bar?

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