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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through August through December, 1958.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the children say when they open the cans of food passed out by the men in the truck?
(a) "Ummm! Delicious!"
(b) "Wonderful!"
(c) "Disgusting, gross!"
(d) "More! More!"

2. Why do the favelados make bonfires every year?
(a) To keep themselves warm.
(b) To celebrate the days of their saints.
(c) To chase away rats and other vermin.
(d) To burn trash.

3. How often does Carolina sweep her room?
(a) Five times a week.
(b) Once a day.
(c) Twice every five days.
(d) Once every fifteen days.

4. Which instrument does Senhor Alfredo play?
(a) The guitar.
(b) The drums.
(c) The xylophone.
(d) The victrola.

5. How much does Carolina sell boards for on May 26th?
(a) 50 cruzeiros.
(b) 40 cruzeiros.
(c) 15 cruzeiros.
(d) 30 cruzeiros.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are Nair and Meiry?

2. How does Carolina feel when she sees her children eating from the garbage?

3. What does Carolina find in the garbage on May 21st?

4. Who slaps Vera on October 17th?

5. How does Caroline feel about the party she attends on June 22nd?

(see the answer key)

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