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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a lesser-known fruit she names?
(a) Orange.
(b) Quince.
(c) Papaya.
(d) Star fruit.

2. Where does he invite her?
(a) To a movie.
(b) For a pastoral picnic.
(c) To his place.
(d) Out to dinner.

3. What else does this list contain?
(a) Her least favorite vegetables.
(b) Recipes.
(c) Her favorite vegetables.
(d) Information regarding the origin of each vegetable.

4. What form of communication without words is centuries old?
(a) The kiss.
(b) The hug.
(c) The use of flowers.
(d) Sign language.

5. Where is tea primarily cultivated?
(a) Warm, dry climates.
(b) Dry, dessert cimates.
(c) Warm, humid climates.
(d) Dry, arctic climates.

6. What type of food does Allende prefer?
(a) Less calories in food.
(b) Smaller portions of food.
(c) Food that does not move.
(d) More ethnic foods.

7. What mushrooms are rare, prized, and very expensive?
(a) Truffles.
(b) Shitake.
(c) Maitake.
(d) White Beech.

8. What does he prepare for her?
(a) All of her favorite vegetarian dishes.
(b) A beautiful dinner of roast duck and vegetables.
(c) A list of movies to see.
(d) A glass of red wine.

9. What is the goal of this cult?
(a) To create peace and love.
(b) To encourage reproduction.
(c) To transform the libido into spiritual energy.
(d) To increase the species.

10. Why do Mormons not drink coffee?
(a) It is a stimulant.
(b) It is a sin.
(c) It is disgusting.
(d) It is an aphrodisiac.

11. How is nouvelle cuisine perceived?
(a) As more flavorful.
(b) As less flavorful.
(c) As fresher.
(d) As a safe alternative to ethnic foods.

12. What list does Allende give?
(a) All the fruits that are considered aphrodisiac in nature.
(b) Recipes calling for various fruits.
(c) The most exotic and unknown fruits.
(d) The most strange fruits.

13. What are there more of than there are countries in the world?
(a) Dairy farms.
(b) Cows.
(c) Flavors and consistencies in cheese.
(d) Cheese processing plants.

14. Why does Allende flee from Chile?
(a) The earthquake of 1973.
(b) The military coup of 1973.
(c) Religious persecution in 1973.
(d) The presidential election of 1973.

15. What health benefits does wine have when drunk in moderation?
(a) It creates a clearer complexion.
(b) It makes everyone more beautiful.
(c) It helps in weight loss.
(d) It reduces wear on the heart.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was one of the most common ingredients in love philters during the Middle Ages?

2. For what was alcohol first used?

3. What is a side effect of wine?

4. What does Allende's mother realize while in Turkey?

5. What are the great motivators of history?

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