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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I, Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Camilo struggles with his load, what does one of the other boarding house guests say to him?
(a) He offers to help.
(b) He says that he too had a hard time moving in and offers Camilo a cool drink.
(c) He apologizes for not helping, saying he has a hernia.
(d) He claims that he would like to help, but shows Camilo he is in a wheelchair.

2. Which of the boarders does Mrs. Milagros claim is most affected by the letters?
(a) Camilo.
(b) Eufrasia.
(c) Matilde.
(d) Beatricita.

3. What does Camilo describe cooking for his father?
(a) Cheesy snacks.
(b) Pasta.
(c) Beef.
(d) Spicy chicken.

4. Why does Mrs. Milagros laugh at Camilo's business card?
(a) She laughs at his taking his profession so seriously as to have a card.
(b) She laughs at his last name.
(c) She laughs at the color of the card.
(d) She laughs at how he hands it to her.

5. What does Mrs. Milagros claim Camilo did on Sundays?
(a) He would walk in the park.
(b) He would sleep late.
(c) He would stay home.
(d) He would wash the dishes for her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Camilo tell Mrs. Milagros that he does for a living?

2. Initially, what does Mrs. Milagros believe is Camilo's job?

3. From what did Mrs. Milagros' husband die?

4. How does Mrs. Milagros characterize Camilo as a boarding house guest?

5. At the outset of the Part I, Chapter 2, how old is Mrs. Milagros' youngest child?

(see the answer key)

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