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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 role does Ophelia play in Paul's efforts to help the people of Haiti?
(a) She spreads to word of his efforts via the Boston Globe.
(b) She drives Haitians from outlying regions to Paul's facility.
(c) She funds his efforts.
(d) She works with Partners in Health.

2. What is dechoukaj?
(a) A ceremonial meal that shows gratitude.
(b) A method of blood transfusion.
(c) A voodoo cure for disease.
(d) The removal of all outward signs of a government.

3. How does Paul Farmer channel his anger, according to Tracy Kidder?
(a) With productivity and healing.
(b) With meditation.
(c) With long walks to neighboring villages.
(d) With karaoke.

4. What is the name of the Partners in Health facility in Peru?
(a) Amigos para Salud.
(b) Medico Soluciones Peru.
(c) Soluciones Sanitarias.
(d) Socios en Salud.

5. Why does Paul Farmer tell Tracy Kidder that he can't slow down a pace he knows is much too fast?
(a) He can't seem to locate the brake.
(b) He's chasing a moving goal.
(c) He's afraid Catherine will be disappointed in him.
(d) He's afraid someone will die needlessly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What two characters are present at the end of Mountains Beyond Mountains?

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

3. What is MDR TB?

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

5. What additional treatment does Paul Farmer want to bring to Haiti in A Light Month for Travel?

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