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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What religion does Mantini follow in the text?
(a) Judaism.
(b) Buddhism.
(c) Christianity.
(d) Hinduism.

2. What reason does Ben give Carla as to why he relocated her to Libya?
(a) He needed help around the house.
(b) He thought she would enjoy the change of scenery.
(c) It is important for his job.
(d) He missed seeing her every day.

3. How many days per week does Mohammad work on Carla's home?
(a) Four
(b) Three.
(c) One.
(d) Two.

4. After witnessing Ben's interaction with the watcher, which of the following best describes Carla's reaction?
(a) Embarrassed.
(b) Enthralled.
(c) Enraged.
(d) Excited.

5. Who has custody of Mantini's child?
(a) Mantini's mother.
(b) Mantini's father.
(c) Lucia's mother.
(d) Lucia's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Lucia never leave Tripoli and return to her homeland and family?

2. How many children does Mantini have?

3. Which of the following is Ben most willing to invest his money into?

4. Which of the following is the best translation for the Libyan word "baksheesh"?

5. How long did Ben stay with Carla in Tripoli before taking an assignment abroad?

Short Essay Questions

1. How do Mantini and Carla enjoy themselves during their first public outing?

2. What does Mantini remember of the day that Lucia died?

3. How does Ben feel about Carla's affair with Mantini?

4. What is the reaction when Carla's car is vandalized outside Mantini's home?

5. What compliments do Carla and Mantini exchange when they first meet one another?

6. What directions does Ben give Carla in case they need to make a hasty political evacuation?

7. How has religion affected Mantini's decision to stay in Tripoli even during the evacuation?

8. What odd jobs does Mohammad regularly do around Mantini's home?

9. How has Ben's appearance changed in the year that he has been living in Libya?

10. How does Carla react to seeing Ben for the first time since moving to Tripoli?

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