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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ordinary Seductions: The House on Palmas Street.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who terrorizes Celia in Ordinary Seductions: The House on Palmas Street?
(a) Lourdes.
(b) Jorge's sister and mother.
(c) Jorge.
(d) Felicia.

2. What type of work did Jorge do before the revolution?
(a) He was a fisherman.
(b) He sold cars.
(c) He cooked for El Lider.
(d) He sold electric brooms and portable fans.

3. Where is Gustavo Sierra de Armas from?
(a) Tegucigalpa.
(b) San Jose.
(c) Madrid.
(d) Granada.

4. Why does Celia want to leave New York?
(a) To start her own bakery.
(b) To escape her life.
(c) To pursue a singing career.
(d) To visit colleges.

5. What does Celia tell her daughter not to bring in the house?
(a) A frown on her face.
(b) A wet umbrella.
(c) Shells.
(d) Her dirty shoes.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 2, what family member does Lourdes unsuccessfully call?

2. When did Pilar leave her Abuela Celia?

3. Who arrives in Santa Teresa del Mar, screaming for Celia?

4. What does Celia keep that her lover gave her?

5. Who encourages Celia to write to Gustavo?

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