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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is not a type of communication Florentino and Fermina shared during their two year correspondence?
(a) Romantic
(b) Short and simple
(c) Poetic
(d) Verbal

2. Where does Florentino have a private room where he spends his time while waiting for Fermina to return?
(a) His mother's house
(b) A brothel
(c) His own home
(d) His uncle's business

3. Why had the school expelled Fermina Daza?
(a) Having sex with Florentino
(b) Writing love notes to Florentino
(c) Agreeing to marry before she is of age
(d) Not completing her work

4. How does Florentino describe brief flings?
(a) Not worthy of describing
(b) Outstanding
(c) Memorable
(d) Exciting

5. What is Fermina's reply when Florentino finally proposes marriage?
(a) Very, well, I will marry you if you promise not to make me eat eggplant
(b) Very well, I will marry you if you promise to be faithful
(c) Very well, I will marry you if you promise me everlasting love
(d) Very well, I will marry you if you promise not to make me eat eggs

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Dr. Urbino feel offended by what de Saint-Amour leaves for him?

2. Why had Florentino maintained his virginity even through his days at the brothel?

3. Which of the following characters was the father to the man who fell off of the ladder?

4. Who helps to aid the communication between Fermina and Florentino?

5. What event within the household prevents Dr. Urbino from getting his siesta?

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