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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Emilia and Magda naively collect from the river?
(a) Bullets.
(b) Used undergarments.
(c) Used condoms.
(d) Needles.

2. What will Cora do to indicate to Magda and Emilia that it's OK for them to come over?
(a) She will send her maid over to Magda.
(b) She will signal from her window.
(c) She will throw small rocks at Magda's window.
(d) She will light a candle in the window.

3. Where do Magda and Emilia go to feel safe?
(a) Gabriela's house.
(b) Magda's bedroom.
(c) The poinsettia tree.
(d) Their fishing spot.

4. What does Lilita do that upsets Emilia?
(a) Lilita has an affair.
(b) Lilita tries to keep Emilia from Magda.
(c) Lilita quits her job.
(d) Lilita frequently leaves the house at night.

5. When flowers meant for Cora arrives at Magda's house, what opportunity arises?
(a) Magda and Emilia visit Cora's house for the first time.
(b) Magda shows off the flowers to Emilia.
(c) Magda and Emilia take the flowers to Gabriela.
(d) Magda and Emilia finally have something that Cora does not.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Magda and Emilia hide in Gabriela's wagon?

2. Why do Sofia's actions disgrace Magda's parents?

3. What makes Cora mysterious to Magda and Emilia?

4. What are Magda and Emilia known for in their neighborhood?

5. Why are the women fearful for the American woman?

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