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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Eva's relationship with Riad change upon Kamal's arrival?
(a) Riad spends more time with Eva.
(b) Eva begins to fall in love with Riad.
(c) Eva spends all her time with Kamal.
(d) Riad spends less time with Eva.

2. What causes the gardener to almost die in Chapter 1?
(a) Poisoning.
(b) A parasite.
(c) A fall.
(d) A snake bite.

3. Why does Frau Carle hide her face from the doctor when she identifies the body?
(a) To cover her shame.
(b) To control her grieving.
(c) To hide her tears.
(d) To prevent him from seeing her smile.

4. What best describes the initial feelings Eva has when she first begins working for her new employer, a member of the Cabinet?
(a) Unhappy.
(b) Angry.
(c) Happy.
(d) Bored.

5. How does Jochen's father view him?
(a) Dumb.
(b) Brave.
(c) Weak.
(d) Smart.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the bar Huberto takes Eva when he find her in the city?

2. Why does Frau Carle decide to send Rolf to South America?

3. What is the Palace of the Poor?

4. What term of endearment does Eva refer to Elvira?

5. What medical condition strikes the Professor in Chapter 1?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the two hypotheses of how Lukas Carle was killed?

2. What request is made by the Professor on his deathbed and is it obeyed?

3. How does the Halabi household change with the arrival of Kamal?

4. What is Zulema and Riad's marriage like?

5. What are some of the horrible things Lukas Carle does to his family?

6. What is Consuelo's time at the convent like prior to living with the Professor?

7. What happens when La Senora kicks Eva out of her home?

8. What role does Madrina play in Eva's life in Chapter 2?

9. Why is Rolf sent to South America?

10. What role does the Indian play in Consuelo's young life?

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