1. What reason does Lefty give Desdemona for his trip into town?
(a) To court a woman he hopes to marry.
(b) To sell the silk cocoons at market.
(c) To visit a local bar and brothel.
(d) To shop for groceries at the market.

2. What does Desdemona keep in the silkworm box to predict the sex of a baby?
(a) Her hair braids.
(b) The rope wedding crowns.
(c) A silkworm cocoon.
(d) A silver spoon.

3. How is Lefty able to get he and Desdemona out of the burning city of Smyrna?
(a) He asks Dr. Philobosian to allow them to hide in his home.
(b) He hitchikes from the city into the mountains.
(c) He pretends they are French citizens in order to gain passage on a departing boat.
(d) He buys tickets on boat bound for Greece.

4. To what religious faith does Stephanides family belong?
(a) Greek Orthodox Church.
(b) The Presbyterian Church.
(c) The Church of Islam.
(d) The Roman Catholic Church.

5. Who is Lefty and Desdemona's sponsor for entry into America?
(a) Captain Kontoulis.
(b) They do not need a sponsor to enter the U.S.
(c) Their cousin, Sourmelina.
(d) Their friend, Dr. Philobosian.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following actions is NOT part of Lefty and Desdemona's plan to convince themselves and others that they are young lovers rather than brother and sister?

2. Which of the following statements best describes Uncle Pete?

3. What does Dr. Philobosian have that he believes will protect him from the Turks?

4. What is the cause of Desdemona's heart palpitations?

5. How does Lefty manage to keep the men in the gaming room from stealing his winnings?

(see the answer key)

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