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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Pages 162 – 202.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the basis for Allende's writing as a child?
(a) Loneliness
(b) Vivid imagination
(c) Gift for gab
(d) Outgoing personality

2. What was not hidden in Tio Ramon's wardrobe?
(a) Records
(b) Racy magazines
(c) Chocolates
(d) Cigarettes

3. Allende wished that she was _________________.
(a) Thinner
(b) A scholar
(c) A boy
(d) Shorter

4. How old was Allende when she married her first husband, Michael?
(a) 29
(b) 21
(c) 19
(d) 16

5. What is Ernesto's profession?
(a) Engineer
(b) Lawyer
(c) Doctor
(d) Professor

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Allende do after Paula has been in the hospital for 100 days?

2. The author flashes back to what time in this section?

3. How old was Allende's mother when she had Allende?

4. Who is Meme?

5. In what country was Allende visiting when she was notified about her daughter?

(see the answer key)

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