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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, First Chapter: The Languor of Ofenísia, Sections titled Of the Dos Reis Sisters and their Nativity Scene, Of a Desperate Search, Of a Political Boss in the Sun, and Of a Political Conspiracy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which two characters are rivals for the title of Ilhéus' most eloquent orator?
(a) Florzinha and Quinquina Dos Reis.
(b) Nacib and Mundinho Falção.
(c) The Doctor and the Capitan.
(d) Colonel Manuel of the Jaguars and Colonel Ramiro Bastos.

2. What adjective is used to describe Chico?
(a) Lazy.
(b) Intelligent.
(c) Strong.
(d) Handsome.

3. What is Father Basílio's other occupation?
(a) Plantation owner.
(b) Farmer.
(c) Carpenter.
(d) Bartender.

4. What crop is threatened by both lack of rain and excessive rain in Ilhéus in the year 1925?
(a) Coffee.
(b) Brazil nuts.
(c) Cacao.
(d) Bananas.

5. Whom does Nacib encounter in Seabra Plaza sunning himself?
(a) Mundinho Falção.
(b) Colonel Ramiro Bastos.
(c) The Captain.
(d) Colonel Manuel of the Jaguars.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the patron saint of Ilhéus?

2. Where was Nacib born?

3. What are Prince Sandra's and Anabela's respective occupations?

4. After speaking to the Dos Reis sisters, where does Nacib begin his search for a cook?

5. What do the Dos Reis sisters recommend that Nacib do to avoid having a problem finding a cook in the future?

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