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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through April 27 - May 27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What will Marina's baby be named if it is a girl?
(a) Margherita.
(b) Mariana.
(c) Valeria.
(d) Mirella.

2. Why does Valeria's mother say she does not like armchairs?
(a) They remind her of her mother.
(b) They hurt her back.
(c) They are unattractive.
(d) They inspire idleness and melancholy.

3. How does Mirella know that Valeria will go to Giuliana's even though she says she will not?
(a) Valeria was trying on her nice shoes.
(b) Mirella heard her talking on the phone.
(c) Mirella read about it in her diary.
(d) Valeria has already had her hat redone.

4. What did Guido send Valeria the previous Easter?
(a) A card.
(b) A basket of roses.
(c) A chocolate egg.
(d) A bottle of wine.

5. Where does Valeria say her most intimate meetings with Guido are?
(a) At the trattoria.
(b) In her notebook at night.
(c) In the office.
(d) On the street.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is the director's hair?

2. What does Valeria spend money on after looking at the precious stones?

3. What did Valeria and Michele tell the children not to tell anyone about during the war?

4. What smell does Guido bring into the office with him?

5. What does Valeria learn about Sandro from Guido?

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