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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a pissoir?
(a) A public urinal.
(b) A private bathhouse.
(c) A brothel.
(d) The front room of an apartment building.

2. Why does Lina grow angry at the narrator in the cafe?
(a) The narrator found the chanteuse attractive.
(b) The narrator tries to kiss her.
(c) The narrator has just left Michel's bed.
(d) The narrator has asked if Lina would like to visit Hans.

3. What stories does Michel tell as Lina dozes off?
(a) His travels.
(b) His art.
(c) His movies.
(d) His family.

4. In "the Chanchiquito," why is a witch doctor called in to help the aristocratic lady?
(a) The lady is startled by the chanchiquito and falls, hitting her head.
(b) A chanchiquito ran up her skirt.
(c) The lady has a heart attack.
(d) The lady is struck dumb at the sight of a chanchiquito.

5. In what city does "The Maja" take place?
(a) Barcelona.
(b) Valencia.
(c) Rome.
(d) Madrid.

Short Answer Questions

1. At her wedding to Robert, what haunts Dorothy?

2. Why does Lina hate the narrator's lovers?

3. To where does Louis follow the mysterious woman?

4. What instrument does Rango play?

5. Describe the relationship between the aristocratic woman and her lawyer in "The Chanchiquito."

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