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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 7: The Bullet, Chapters 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following items is NOT described in detail in the opening passages of the prologue?
(a) The thin trees.
(b) The bright moon.
(c) The barren schoolyard.
(d) The cutaway cliffs.

2. Why does Mercedes turn down her university scholarship?
(a) Because she doesn't want to leave Lily.
(b) Because she wants to get married immediately.
(c) Because her father refuses to let her go.
(d) Because she is afraid of failing at University.

3. How does the crowd react to Kathleen during her first recital performance?
(a) The applaud politely.
(b) They sit in silence.
(c) They give her a standing ovation.
(d) They jeer and boo her.

4. How old was Frances at the time of her mother's death?
(a) Six years old.
(b) Eight years old.
(c) Ten years old.
(d) Four years old.

5. In the first few weeks of working for her Uncle Jameel, what is Frances NOT expected to do?
(a) Sing for the customers.
(b) Sleep with the customers.
(c) Strip for the customers.
(d) Serve drinks to the customers.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Kathleen's accompanist feel about Kathleen's voice?

2. How does Camille react when she meets her niece Frances for the first time?

3. What is James's secret to staying alive on the battlefield?

4. Who does James put in charge of raising the new baby after Materia's death?

5. How does Adelaide Taylor feel about Frances?

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