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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chirilingo, Chapters 4, 5, and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What toast does Julian make in Chapter 5?
(a) Here's to me!
(b) To tomorrow.
(c) Skoal!
(d) Bottoms up!

2. What is a "cirio"?
(a) Special dessert.
(b) Thick candles to give to St. Rita's statue.
(c) A mule's name.
(d) Candy.

3. What is Julian's life ambition about his homeland?
(a) To free it from Spainish rule.
(b) To teach young children to love Spain.
(c) To write about its natural beauty.
(d) To study ocean life around Cuban harbors.

4. How does St. Rita show her answers to people's prayers?
(a) By giving them a sign.
(b) By talking to them.
(c) Through violent storms.
(d) Through tears of blood on the statue.

5. Why does Julian thank the little monkey?
(a) Because he gave him a leftover coin.
(b) Because he stopped bothering him.
(c) For bringing him a happy fortune.
(d) Because he did a little dance for him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the organ grinder's monkey?

2. Who is Senor Fremin?

3. What is the El Ultimo?

4. What are the ingredients for balche, the sacred drink Sol must drink in honor of St. Rita?

5. Why is Julian anxious to become established in Guatemala City?

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