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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through O for the P, pages 238-298.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the average lifespan in Haiti, according to the first section of the novel?
(a) 80 years old.
(b) 40 years old.
(c) 20 years old.
(d) 50 years old.

2. For what purpose is Partners in Health awarded $45 million by the Gates Foundation?
(a) To erase social inequalities.
(b) To reduce incidences of MDR TB in Haiti by 70% in 5 years.
(c) To educate the public, raise funds and treat MDR TB.
(d) To eradicate MDR TB.

3. How did the two AIDS quarantines mentioned in the book affect the spread of this disease?
(a) Only the facility in Cuba showed success in stopping the spread of AIDS.
(b) Both show about 50% success rates in stopping the spread of AIDS.
(c) Neither one stopped the spread of the disease.
(d) Only the facility in Haiti showed success in stopping the spread of AIDS.

4. Where does the author say that Jim was happy to work in the O for the P section?
(a) In Russia.
(b) Anywhere.
(c) In a goldfish bowl.
(d) Away from the action.

5. Who does Paul Farmer marry?
(a) Ophelia.
(b) Catherine.
(c) Artibonte.
(d) Didi.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the top reason mentioned that Paul Farmer has an interest in AIDS?

2. What resulted from the case of John that is told in the O for the P?

3. Who arranges for Paul Farmer and his wife to vacation in France while he is recovering from his illness?

4. What award does Paul Farmer receive in the summer of 1993?

5. Where does the book stay that AIDS patients in Cuba were quarantined?

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