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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act I: Scenes 16-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Jean Mallat come to the Philippines?
(a) The late 19th century.
(b) The mid 17th century.
(c) The mid-1970's.
(d) The 1950's.

2. At the beginning of Dogeaters, who does the announcer say has just met with the Marcoses?
(a) Margaret Thatcher.
(b) Yves Saint Laurent.
(c) Ronald Reagan.
(d) Luis Bunuel.

3. According to Avila in Scene 12, what part of the Philippine temperament does the country a disservice?
(a) Sloth.
(b) Playfulness.
(c) Militarism.
(d) Spirituality.

4. Why is Uncle berating Joey in Scene 4?
(a) He is listening to the radio.
(b) He has been out of town.
(c) He is high.
(d) He has been turning tricks on the side.

5. Which of these characters is not introduced in Scene 2?
(a) Uncle.
(b) Joey Sands.
(c) Leonor Ledesma.
(d) Daisy Avila.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is significant about the day of Scene 12?

2. Where is Senator Avila shot?

3. Who sings a lullaby to Daisy in Scene 16?

4. Who is Senator Avila speaking to in Scene 7?

5. How is Freddie Gonzaga related to Rio?

(see the answer key)

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