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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through June and July, 1958.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Carolina, what happens to the nice families that move into the favela?
(a) The families break apart.
(b) The families turn mean and bad.
(c) The families die off.
(d) The families move out.

2. Which type of beans are looked down upon as a lowly food in Brazil?
(a) Yellow beans.
(b) Black beans.
(c) Brown beans.
(d) Red beans.

3. How many children does Carolina have?
(a) 1.
(b) 2.
(c) 6.
(d) 3.

4. What is a flophouse?
(a) A pricey brothel where men go.
(b) A cheap hospital for children.
(c) A place where the poor sleep.
(d) A gambling house.

5. Who does Carolina most commonly sell scrap to?
(a) Senhor Ireno.
(b) Senhor Raimundo.
(c) Dona Francisca.
(d) Senhor Manuel.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Vera's birthday?

2. How much money is Vera given by the man that passes by?

3. What is Carolina's profession?

4. What happens to Carolina when she goes to the Governor's Palace?

5. Who sings to Carolina on the morning of May 20th?

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