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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 - 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom is the New York Times profile about that Helene brings with her to see Maria?
(a) Maria.
(b) Helene.
(c) BZ.
(d) Carter.

2. According to Maria, what do some people in the hospital where she is committed call her?
(a) Maria.
(b) Mrs. Lang.
(c) Miss M.
(d) Ms. Wyeth.

3. What object does Maria keep in her makeup box that she is careful not to examine?
(a) A watch from her father.
(b) A hairbrush from her mother.
(c) A letter from her father.
(d) A brooch from her mother.

4. Where was Maria born?
(a) Boise, Idaho.
(b) Reno, Nevada.
(c) San Jose, California.
(d) Austin, Texas.

5. What accessory does Helene bring to the hospital for Maria that belongs to her?
(a) A chiffon scarf.
(b) A diamond ring.
(c) A leather belt.
(d) Gold hoops.

Short Answer Questions

1. Maria's mother ran her car off the highway outside of what town?

2. When Helene arrives at the hospital to see Maria as the novel opens, what is she told?

3. According to Carter, when Maria responds to his statement about dining out, who continues to look directly at her?

4. After learning of her mother's death, what did Maria do for a month?

5. How is Maria playing on the lawn with the baby as Carter recalls in the beginning of the novel?

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