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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following items does Carla use to carry her belongings when she evacuates?
(a) A gym bag.
(b) A pillowcase.
(c) A suit case.
(d) A large handbag.

2. Which of the following is NOT a landmark Carla sees through the window as she is being evacuated from Tripoli?
(a) Her house in Tripoli.
(b) Mantini's shop.
(c) The beach where she and Mantini had a picnic.
(d) The restuarant where she met Ben.

3. How does Carla get to the air force base for evacuation?
(a) She takes a taxi.
(b) She drives her own car.
(c) She rides her bicycle.
(d) She runs on foot.

4. When Carla and Ben are arguing about their relationship, after the evacuation, where does Carla stare?
(a) At the sunset.
(b) Into Ben's eyes.
(c) At the lapping waves of the lake.
(d) At the sidewalk.

5. What expensive item does Carla leave behind in order to have room in her bag for her memories of Mantini?
(a) A diamond necklace.
(b) A heavy bank safe.
(c) A pair of emerald earrings.
(d) A sterling silver picture frame.

6. Which of the following is NOT one of the items Carla packs before evacuating?
(a) Shoes.
(b) Underwear.
(c) Medicine.
(d) Family photos.

7. When Carla finds the treasure on her picnic with Mantini, what body part does she think the treasure looks like?
(a) A heart.
(b) An eye.
(c) A breast.
(d) A pair of lips.

8. How long do Carla and Ben wait at the evacuation site before leaving?
(a) A few months.
(b) A few days.
(c) A few weeks.
(d) A few hours.

9. What sound does Mantini listen to from his bedroom after the evacuation?
(a) The silence in the streets.
(b) The screaming of women.
(c) The shouting of the mobs.
(d) The crying of children.

10. Which of the following activities does Mantini miss most after the evacuation?
(a) Baking bread.
(b) Making wine.
(c) Reading books.
(d) Selling crystals.

11. Which of the following metaphors does Carla use to describe the way she, and the other passengers, were dropped at the air force base after the evacuation?
(a) "Dropped like anvils."
(b) "Dropped like dead weight."
(c) "Dropped like baggage."
(d) "Dropped like stones."

12. Who does Mantini blame for his inability to see his daughter?
(a) The government.
(b) Himself.
(c) His dead wife.
(d) His mother-in-law.

13. Which of the following characters has decided to stay with Mantini even after the evacuation?
(a) Carla.
(b) Mohammad.
(c) No one has decided to stay with Mantini; he is all alone.
(d) Lucia.

14. Which of the following best describes Mantini's emotions when he drives into town searching for food and drink?
(a) Hopeful.
(b) Confused.
(c) Terrified.
(d) Angry.

15. What beverage does Carla serve Mantini the first time he visits her in her home?
(a) Coffee.
(b) Whiskey.
(c) Tea.
(d) Wine.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does Carla jokingly blame for starting her affair with Mantini?

2. What does Mantini use for light in his bedroom after the evacuation?

3. When Carla reaches the air force base, who does she leave a note for, hoping it will one day be delivered?

4. As Carla is evacuated from the city, what part of her body begins to bleed?

5. What do Ben and Carla decide, together, is the reason why their relationship will never work?

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