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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Makina first meet Mr. Double-U?
(a) When he was a guest in her house.
(b) When he was in hiding.
(c) When he was in prison.
(d) When he presided over a public festival.

2. What does Makina say to the people who are swallowed by the sinkhole?
(a) "Hasta la vista."
(b) "Tough luck."
(c) "Happy trails."
(d) "So long."

3. What has Makina packed in her rucksack?
(a) A flashlight.
(b) Amulets.
(c) A violin.
(d) Photos.

4. What does the narrator say affected Makina for the first time with this sinkhole?
(a) The earth’s insanity.
(b) The prophecies about the end of the world.
(c) Grief over her losses.
(d) Industrial accidents.

5. What does Makina tell her younger sister about men who have filthy mouths?
(a) That they might have powerful friends.
(b) That they can still be fragile.
(c) That they are the most dangerous.
(d) That they are usually afraid.

Short Answer Questions

1. The thing Makina sees once she is across the rive is not, in fact, a good omen: What is it?

2. Why does Makina feel guilty about making her trip?

3. Where does Makina find Mr. Double-U?

4. Who is guarding Mr. Double-U?

5. What is Mr. Aitch doing when Makina arrives?

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