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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section II: 1948-1959.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Minerva not do what Lio asks of her when he has to flee the country?
(a) She doesn’t feel the same way he does
(b) She is never given the item
(c) She is too scared
(d) She never gets the chance

2. Who specifically tries to keep Minerva from having a good career?
(a) Trujillo
(b) Her husband
(c) Dede
(d) Her father

3. Why is silk mentioned at the beginning of the book?
(a) Dede has fond memories of it
(b) Dede buried her sisters in it
(c) Dede hates the feel of it
(d) Dede wears it often

4. How does Dede feel about Lio when she first meets him?
(a) She doesn’t trust him
(b) She thinks he is rude
(c) She is embarrassed by him
(d) She has a crush on him

5. Why is it strange for Minerva’s family to leave early from an important party?
(a) They are the guests of honor
(b) The dinner hasn’t been served yet
(c) Trujillo has not left yet
(d) It is illegal

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Dede meet Lio?

2. How did Sinita’s uncle die?

3. Why is Minerva so shocked about what Sinita says?

4. Who does Minerva dance with at the party she attends after learning her letters have been hidden?

5. What is Lio’s occupation?

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