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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 40- 70.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Lily?
(a) She is Mrs. Burger's colleague.
(b) She is the servant of the Burger's.
(c) She is Rosa's girlhood friend.
(d) She is a neighbor of the Burgers'.

2. How long does Lionel Burger speak when he gets his chance in court?
(a) One hour and forty seven minutes.
(b) One hour and ten minutes.
(c) Thirty eight minutes.
(d) Two hours fifteen minutes.

3. How does Rosa's brother die?
(a) In prison.
(b) Of a terminal disease.
(c) He drowns.
(d) On the run.

4. What two items does Rosa bring with her to the fortress in the opening pages of the novel?
(a) A quilt and food.
(b) Food and clothes.
(c) A book and a dress.
(d) A quilt and a water bottle.

5. In what year of his imprisonment does Lionel die?
(a) Third.
(b) Twentieth.
(c) Tenth.
(d) Fifth.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Lionel Burger die?

2. What are the colors of Rosa Burger's uniform?

3. What does Conrad say was celebrated in Rosa's home as she grew up?

4. Who is Bassie?

5. Why do Rosa and Tony stay at her Aunt Velma's hotel when they are young?

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