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Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what entity does the Russian branch of PIH negotiate a loan?
(a) The World Bank.
(b) The World Health Organization.
(c) The Gates Foundation.
(d) The Bank of Boston.

2. Who gives the Russian Ministry of Health a $150 million dollar loan to fight the tuberculosis epidemic in 2002?
(a) The Bank of Boston.
(b) The Central Bank of the Russian Federation.
(c) Tom White.
(d) The World Bank.

3. What is the cost when Paul Farmer seeks treatment for cases that are too complicated or outside of his specialty?
(a) Hundreds of thousands of dollars.
(b) Free of charge.
(c) $50,000 per visit.
(d) The cost of tests and equipment only.

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

5. What belief does the author say Paul Farmer instills in people?
(a) A belief in their obligation and ability.
(b) A united belief that something better is possible.
(c) A belief that we are all connected.
(d) A belief that money corrupts.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the two AIDS quarantines mentioned in the book affect the spread of this disease?

2. What disease is Paul Farmer diagnosed with after marrying in 1996?

3. What nickname did his daughters give to Paul Farmer's father?

4. According to the book, what is true of the individual Haitians that were detained by the US military?

5. What does Paul Farmer write to Tracy Kidder in regards to the blood bank in Cange?

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