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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9 & Translator's note.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Makina not react immediately when the boy harasses her?
(a) She is not used to being treated this way.
(b) She knows Mr. Aitch will be angry.
(c) She does not want to make a scene.
(d) She is afraid of him.

2. What does Mr. Aitch ask Makina to deliver to Mr. P.?
(a) A small bundle.
(b) A note.
(c) A check.
(d) A sealed box.

3. How long does it take for Makina to realize that she has made a mistake in regard to recognizing her brother?
(a) A minute.
(b) Ten minutes.
(c) A moment.
(d) A few minutes.

4. What does Chucho say he is doing here?
(a) Doing a job.
(b) Looking for her.
(c) Looking out for her.
(d) Nothing, just hanging out.

5. Why is Makina surprised by the man who opens the door at the address the woman from the restaurant gave her?
(a) He is a dark-skinned black man.
(b) He does not speak English.
(c) He is not her brother.
(d) He speaks her language.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Makina say to the people who are swallowed by the sinkhole?

2. Why did Makina go into the ATM booth?

3. What effect does Makina’s writing have?

4. Which direction does Makina have to go, to get to the first suggested place?

5. What does Mr. Double-U offer Makina?

(see the answer key)

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