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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Earthquake, Chapters 7, 8, and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the discussion topic on the debate organized by Saavedra?
(a) The influence of the Spanish on Guatemala.
(b) Which is mightier: the sword or the pen?
(c) The changing culture.
(d) The future of Guatemala.

2. What sentiment frightens Lucia in the words Julian wrote on the back of a postcard?
(a) Passion.
(b) Bitterness.
(c) Indifference.
(d) Anger.

3. What is Julian's fiancee's name?
(a) Julia.
(b) Lucia.
(c) Christina.
(d) Soledad.

4. Why did Julian leave Mexico City?
(a) He wanted to travel.
(b) His friends feared for his safety.
(c) He wanted to get away from Lucia's father.
(d) He had no friends there.

5. What does Julian lose when he is walking home in Chapter 6?
(a) A book.
(b) His revolver.
(c) Pocket money.
(d) The pale cream piece of paper.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Julian anxious to become established in Guatemala City?

2. What does the organ grinder's monkey do when people place a coin in his tin cup?

3. Who needs to approve Julian's application for work?

4. Who is Julian's fiancee the daughter of?

5. What nationality is the organ grinder that Julian sees in the park?

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