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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Pages 49 - 71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Tio Ramon?
(a) Allende's publisher
(b) Allende's brother-in-law
(c) The man who becomes Allende's father figure
(d) Allende's banker

2. What did the Allendes do at the mental institution?
(a) Pick fruit in the orchards
(b) Read to patients
(c) Sing for patients
(d) Visit relatives

3. What were Paula's last words to Allende before slipping into a coma?
(a) I'm scared
(b) I love you
(c) Take care of Ernesto
(d) Pray for me

4. What did Paula do prior to her illness?
(a) Taught art history at a university
(b) Volunteered at the art institute
(c) Taught music theory
(d) Volunteered as a school psychologist

5. How often is Allende allowed to see her daughter?
(a) Twice a day
(b) Every hour
(c) There are no restrictions
(d) Once a day

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did Allende pledge to never use as a fictional character in anything she writes?

2. What does Allende feel bad about her inability to do?

3. Why does Allende decide to write down her history and stories?

4. What gift does Allende remember getting for Christmas one year?

5. What was not hidden in Tio Ramon's wardrobe?

(see the answer key)

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