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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Medicos Aventureros, pages 123-178.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Father Jack die?
(a) MDR TB.
(b) Colon Cancer.
(c) A car accident.
(d) Malaria.

2. What does Paul Farmer invent that is attributed to inspiration from his daughter?
(a) A special MDR TB treatment for pregnant women.
(b) Pediatric doses and a regimen for his MDR TB patients.
(c) A vitamin supplement for the water supply in Cange.
(d) A nasal spray, instead of a shot, for the MDR TB treatment.

3. Who is Ophelia Dahl?
(a) The administrator of a hospital in Haiti.
(b) A reporter in Boston.
(c) Tom White's sister.
(d) A rich daughter of a famous actress.

4. What is true of the cure for Tuberculosis in Haiti at the beginning of the Medicos Aventureros section?
(a) It's only available in city hospitals.
(b) It's not available anywhere in the country.
(c) It is not the correct type of drug for this strain of illness.
(d) The government has intercepted the shipment.

5. What job did Paul hold while living in France?
(a) Au Pair.
(b) Mail Clerk.
(c) Waiter.
(d) Tour Guide.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Paul's thesis?

2. Who was Paul's mentor?

3. Where does Paul work when he first goes to Haiti?

4. How is Zanmi Lasante funded?

5. Where does Paul Farmer invite Tracy Kidder just before New Year's Day 2000?

(see the answer key)

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