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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Allende paint murals?
(a) At her school
(b) At a social club
(c) On her bedroom walls
(d) At a cafe

2. Why was Allende expelled from school?
(a) Stealing
(b) Rebellion against conformity
(c) Swearing
(d) Starting fights

3. What does Pablo give to Allende to help her read?
(a) Flashlight
(b) Flash cards
(c) Library card
(d) Weekly Reader

4. Why does Allende decide to write down her history and stories?
(a) To create a new book
(b) To teach a writing class
(c) To give to the historical society
(d) To help Paula reorient herself when she recovers

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What book did Allende read on the sly when her parents were out?

2. What does Allende take to help her sleep at night?

3. What nationality was Michael?

4. What happens when Allende's father is involved in scandals in Peru?

5. What is important to know about Paula at this time?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Allende explain her love for writing and telling stories?

2. Describe Ernesto's devotion to his wife, Paula.

3. What accommodations have been made for Paula in Allende's home?

4. Describe the format of the book.

5. Explain some of Allende's activities in Chile that put her family in danger.

6. What are some of the positive and negative effects of Salvador Allende's election to president of Chile?

7. Describe Allende's parents.

8. What are Ernesto's perceptions of Paula at this point in time?

9. How does Paula die?

10. What does Allende recall about the political unrest in Lebanon where the family was living in the late 1950s?

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