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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, The Silk Road.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following statements best describes Uncle Pete?
(a) A self-made business man.
(b) An intellectual chiropractor.
(c) A sweet natured priest.
(d) A superstitious old man.

2. How do Lefty's and Dr. Philobosian's paths cross?
(a) The doctor offers Lefty money and medical treatment while he is in Smyrna.
(b) They are both are fleeing Turkey.
(c) They are both digging through garbage bins looking for food.
(d) They meet and strike up a conversation at a bakery in Smyrna.

3. How does Lefty manage to keep the men in the gaming room from stealing his winnings?
(a) He hides them in his sock.
(b) He flees from the gaming room and hides.
(c) He loses them all in subsequent games.
(d) He fights the men and wins.

4. What is unique about Calliope's fifth chromosome?
(a) It produces an enzyme that prevents her from producing a certain hormone.
(b) It leads her to be a large baby.
(c) It impairs her brain development.
(d) It's structure causes her to have a birth defect.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is unusual about Lefty and Desdemona's relationship?

2. How is Lefty able to get he and Desdemona out of the burning city of Smyrna?

3. What tragic event occurs on the same day as Calliope's birth?

4. Which of the following factors complicates Tessie's relationship with Father Mike?

5. What does Desdemona vow to never do again after Calliope's birth?

(see the answer key)

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