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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 On the Art of Gossiping and Gabriela on the Way.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where will Anabela's dance performance take place?
(a) The town hall.
(b) The movie theatre.
(c) The brothel.
(d) The cabaret.

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

3. With whom does Mundinho play checkers and backgammon?
(a) Nacib.
(b) Colonel Manuel of the Jaguars.
(c) Jacob the Russian.
(d) The Captain.

4. What is Clemente's occupation?
(a) Painter.
(b) Bricklayer.
(c) Farmer.
(d) Carpenter.

5. Who is the patron saint of Ilhéus?
(a) St. Ilhéus.
(b) St. John.
(c) St. Anthony.
(d) St. George.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who objects to Anabela the ballerina's performance on grounds of morality?

2. What type of business does Jacob the Russian open in Ilhéus?

3. What item does Clemente carry with him during his journey to Ilhéus?

4. What makes the Dos Reis sisters famous in Ilhéus?

5. What is Father Basílio's other occupation?

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