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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Light Month for Travel, pages 179-238.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What nickname did his daughters give to Paul Farmer's father?
(a) The Major.
(b) The Captain.
(c) The Warden.
(d) The Ringmaster.

2. What does the South Carolina church invest in for the people of Cange?
(a) Material for new roofs.
(b) Water spigots.
(c) Wood to build out houses.
(d) Antibacterial soap.

3. What is the top reason mentioned that Paul Farmer has an interest in AIDS?
(a) His brother died of AIDS.
(b) He believes a cure is close to being found.
(c) AIDS encourages the spread of TB.
(d) It results from social inequality.

4. Why does Paul Farmer travel light when he flies?
(a) To avoid waiting for luggage.
(b) To avoid stress to his shoulder.
(c) He keeps all the clothes he needs in both Boston and Cange.
(d) To bring needed items and gifts.

5. What is true of Paul Farmer when he and Tracy Kidder meet again in 1999?
(a) He is an infectious disease specialist.
(b) He is an alcoholic.
(c) He is divorced.
(d) He has recevied the Nobel Peace Prize.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Paul's knee shattered in 1988?

2. Who is Mamito married to?

3. What job did Paul hold while living in France?

4. What is Ophelia's nickname for Paul Farmer?

5. With what entity does the Russian branch of PIH negotiate a loan?

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