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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. What does Desdemona's mother say is critical for encourage silk worms to produce good silk?
(a) Their caretaker's purity.
(b) Peace.
(c) Soft music.
(d) A warm environment.

2. What is the cause of Desdemona's heart palpitations?
(a) A rare genetic disorder.
(b) Grief over the deaths of her parents.
(c) Unproductive silkworms.
(d) Stress over the Greek occupation of Turkey.

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

4. What does Desdemona vow to never do again after Calliope's birth?
(a) Speak to Tessie.
(b) Predict a child's sex.
(c) Attend church.
(d) Leave her ill husband alone.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. To what religious faith does Stephanides family belong?

3. What is located in Desdemona's hope chest that she fears she will never use?

4. What does Uncle Pete encourage Tessie and Milton to do to ensure their baby will be a girl?

5. What is the source of Dr. Philobosian's sadness?

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