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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2, 3 and 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did the evil being that lives in Johanna's house effect Johanna's life?
(a) There is no evil being.
(b) Causes grotesque events to happen.
(c) She ignores the evil beings.
(d) The evil being haunts Johanna at home but not when she is out with friends.

2. Does the author have many happy memories of being with her family as a child?
(a) No, her parents were very cruel to their children.
(b) Yes she does but she feels as though something is missing.
(c) Yes, but only with her sister.
(d) No, she could not stand being around her sister.

3. What does the author believe her parents are responsible for?
(a) Allowing bad influences of other people to be present.
(b) Darkness that is present during her early years.
(c) Exposing her to adult behavior.
(d) Verbal abuse toward her and her sister.

4. What effects do crucifixes and crosses have on the author?
(a) She is confused by the crucifix.
(b) They stir up angry feelings.
(c) They provide calmness in her chaotic life.
(d) She does not notice them.

5. What is the atmosphere of the beginning of the book?
(a) Light and airy.
(b) Stormy, dark and oppressive.
(c) Mysterious and confused.
(d) Fun and whimsical.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "The Encounter," what literary device is used many times?

2. What is truly at the core of Pachita's work?

3. Who is Great Aunt Dixie?

4. Because Johanna and Tom are late to the meeting, what does she miss?

5. How did the nuns treat the author?

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