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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: In the Old Days.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Nadia's job?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Scientist.
(c) Actor.
(d) Writer.

2. What drink does Elsie get drunk off of in Section 1?
(a) Vodka.
(b) Beer.
(c) Rum.
(d) Wine.

3. What is Nadia's father's wife wearing on her feet?
(a) Winter boats.
(b) Bells.
(c) High heels.
(d) Flip-flops.

4. What did Nadia's father die from?
(a) AIDS.
(b) Lupus.
(c) Heart Attack.
(d) Cancer.

5. What is the name of the first short story in the novel?
(a) Dosas.
(b) LaLas.
(c) Dedes.
(d) Unas.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Nadia's father die?

2. How many children do Maurice and his wife have together?

3. What is Elsie's job?

4. What does Nadia suddenly get the urge to do to Maurice's wife after he dies?

5. Why does Mona reprimand Elsie?

(see the answer key)

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