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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many pesos does the buyer(s) offer?
(a) 10,000.
(b) 20,000.
(c) 1,000,000.
(d) 0.

2. What gift does Ramun's father give him for his birthday?
(a) A partnership in the pearl business.
(b) A black pearl.
(c) A new car.
(d) A fleet of ships.

3. Where does Ramun pray when he is seeking advice pertaining to the pearl?
(a) At the Madonna.
(b) No specific information is mentioned in the book.
(c) In the pews.
(d) At home.

4. Is Soto Luzon older or younger than Ramun?
(a) Younger.
(b) The same age.
(c) The reader is unable to determine his age from the text.
(d) Older.

5. Where is Ramun's father when Soto Luzon visits?
(a) Seville.
(b) La Paz.
(c) Mexico City.
(d) Cerralvo.

Short Answer Questions

1. One person refuses to join in the celebration of the pearl, what is the person's true "ailment"?

2. What destination does Mr. Salazar's fleet set sail for after the La Paz celebration?

3. Who does Gaspar Ruiz supposedly sell the perfect pearl to?

4. What are the weather conditions when the Salazar fleet sets sail after the La Paz celebration?

5. Who banishes Manta Diablo to the sea?

(see the answer key)

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