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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lina.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Manuel unhappy with the rooms he and his wife rent in the beginning of this story?
(a) There is not enough light to paint.
(b) It is too far away from his job.
(c) It reminds him of his childhood home.
(d) There are too many roaches.

2. In the beginning of "The Woman on the Dunes," why can't Louis sleep?
(a) He is too aroused.
(b) It is too hot in his room.
(c) He is depressed.
(d) His neighbors are making love loudly.

3. In what city does "Little Birds" take place?
(a) Paris.
(b) London.
(c) New York City.
(d) New Orleans.

4. Why does Lina claim to hate all men?
(a) She claims they are useless.
(b) She claims they do not treat her friends well.
(c) She was just left broken-hearted by a man.
(d) She wishes she were one.

5. Where does Manuel keep all of his new birds?
(a) The terrace.
(b) The front room.
(c) The bathroom.
(d) The bedroom.

Short Answer Questions

1. When promising to show the exotic birds to the schoolgirls, what does Manuel say is different about the bird from Brazil?

2. What is Manuel's favorite way of arousing himself?

3. To what is Louis resistant the night he cannot sleep in "The Woman on the Dunes?"

4. What time does "The Woman on the Dunes" start?

5. What does Louis discover when he awakens the morning after making love to the woman?

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