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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III (Pages 91 - 136).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens the first time the narrator speaks to translate at the trial of the former president?
(a) Her voice trails off.
(b) Her voice wobbles.
(c) She vomits.
(d) Her voice is too scratchy to be heard.

2. Where does the narrator travel intentionally in Chapter 7 after Adriaan leaves?
(a) To the beach.
(b) To Helen's.
(c) To find Anton's bookstore in Old Town.
(d) To her favorite pastry shop she would go to with Adriaan.

3. What does the narrator learn from a stranger about Adriaan not long after the two meet?
(a) Adriaan also works at the Court.
(b) Adriaan is rich.
(c) Adriaan is married.
(d) Adriaan has a long history of criticizing interpreters.

4. What does one member of the defense team tell the group in Chapter 9 about the supporters in the gallery?
(a) They might be the basis for a mistrial.
(b) They likely helped the former president's case.
(c) They are welcome there.
(d) Their outburst did nothing to help their case.

5. What is the name of Jana's new exhibit?
(a) Coming Home.
(b) Speeches.
(c) Finding the Way.
(d) Slow Food.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one thing that first drew the narrator to Adriaan?

2. Where does Adriaan ask the narrator not to move?

3. What language does the narrator speak to the accused in Chapter 5?

4. How does Kees's audacity make the narrator feel?

5. Why does Kees tell the narrator it is useful for the defense team to have her there?

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