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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As they look down at the countryside, what do Dr. Urbino and Fermina see dotting the countryside?
(a) Trees
(b) Many wild animals
(c) Bodies
(d) Civil war battles

2. What does Florentino resolve to become in order to win Fermina?
(a) A fabulous lover
(b) A successful writer/poet
(c) A personal success
(d) Rich and wealthy

3. Which of the following two "crimes" did de Saint-Amour confess to in his final letter?
(a) Cannibalism and stealing
(b) Stealing and prostitution
(c) Cannibalism and fleeing a life sentence in prison
(d) Stealing and fleeing a life sentence in prison

4. What was Jeremiah de Saint-Amour's profession?
(a) Photographer
(b) Artist
(c) Government official
(d) Doctor

5. How old is Dr. Urbino in chapter one of this novel?
(a) 60
(b) 90
(c) 70
(d) 80

Short Answer Questions

1. What event will Dr. Urbino be attending which he would like to take a siesta before he must get ready for?

2. How do you think Dr. Urbino felt about Paris?

3. What happens to Florentino as he waits for a response to his letter from Fermina?

4. How old is Fermina when she returns from her trek?

5. Which term best describes how Florentino lost his virginity?

(see the answer key)

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