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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What changed Tom's mind about his postwar plans?
(a) The price of poinsettia seeds.
(b) He has a natural talent for art.
(c) After killing so many people in war, he wants to see things grow now.
(d) He thinks Claudia can get him a publishing deal.

2. Who was not invited to Lisa's baptism?
(a) Gordon.
(b) Claudia.
(c) Jasper.
(d) Her grandmothers.

3. In what city does 31-year-old Claudia make her prayer?
(a) London.
(b) New York.
(c) Cairo.
(d) Paris.

4. What was the subject of Claudia's nightmare in Chapter 13?
(a) A gruesome flight of Cortez's Spaniards from the Aztec capital of Tlacopan.
(b) Having a baby and not knowing its gender.
(c) Seeing Tom die in the desert.
(d) Having malaria.

5. In Claudia's mind, what is Jasper's greatest sin?
(a) Not asking her to marry him.
(b) Not being able to commit.
(c) Not being Tom Southern.
(d) Not making more money than she does.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many people are killed in Claudia's limo accident?

2. What event follows Lisa's baptism?

3. What is the name of the man with whom Lisa is having an affair?

4. What were Tom and Claudia exploring as he stole kisses in dark corners?

5. Who is the historical figure that Claudia recalls writing about out of sheer disbelief at the man's bravery, charisma, stubbornness and indestructibility?

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