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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Fermina say was the best time of her marriage to Dr. Urbino?
(a) The 30 years after the second honeymoon
(b) The first honeymoon
(c) The last 5 years
(d) The first 10 years

2. How does Florentino describe brief flings?
(a) Not worthy of describing
(b) Exciting
(c) Memorable
(d) Outstanding

3. While in the marketplace, Fermina bargains over fabric for what?
(a) Marriage sheets
(b) Wedding dress
(c) Pillows
(d) Clothing

4. What event will Dr. Urbino be attending which he would like to take a siesta before he must get ready for?
(a) Silver Mass for a friend
(b) Silver anniversary gala for a former student
(c) Gold Mass for a friend
(d) Gold anniversary gala for a former student

5. Which of the following is the best definition for the term paradoxically as used to describe the narrator's telling of the trivial matters of domestic life that nearly caused the strong bond between husband and wife to disintegrate?
(a) Surprising
(b) Person of opposites
(c) Self-contradictory statement
(d) Something absurd or contradictory

Short Answer Questions

1. In what way do the hymns which Florentino is playing during Mass change during his period of illness?

2. What does Florentino pledge to Fermina?

3. Who helps to aid the communication between Fermina and Florentino?

4. What expansion has the fire department made as a direct result of his own civic contributions?

5. What job does Florentino use to support himself when he first sees Fermina Daza?

(see the answer key)

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