1. What condition must Desdemona meet to be hired by the Temple No. 1?
(a) She must convince them that she had black ancestors.
(b) She must demonstrate that she knows how to weave silk into fabric.
(c) She must pledge allegiance to their religious leader, Minister Fard.
(d) She must prove that she is capable of raising silk worms.

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 meet and strike up a conversation at a bakery in Smyrna.
(c) They are both digging through garbage bins looking for food.
(d) They are both are fleeing Turkey.

3. What is unusual about Lefty and Desdemona's relationship?
(a) They have very different interests. Lefty likes the modern, city life while Desdemona is more traditional.
(b) They live alone in their family home after their parents die.
(c) They are sexually attracted to each other even though they are brother and sister.
(d) They are pretending to be brother and sister, but are actually involved in a romantic relationship.

4. 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.

5. What religion do the members of Temple No. 1 practice?
(a) Catholicism.
(b) Greek Orthodox Christianity.
(c) No religion. They are a business, not a church.
(d) Islam.