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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Earthquake, Chapters 7, 8, and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Julian deliver to the presidential palace when he visited with Saavedra?
(a) An award certificate.
(b) A letter of introduction.
(c) His books.
(d) Money.

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

3. What is the name of the steamship Julian is on at the beginning of the novel?
(a) El Futuro.
(b) Spanish Wayfarer.
(c) The ship of time.
(d) El Nina.

4. What kind of music does Julian hear as he walks back to his room in Chapter 6?
(a) Cuban.
(b) Mexican.
(c) Spanish.
(d) Guatemalan.

5. What does Sol's nanny think it's well past time for in Sol's life?
(a) A husband.
(b) Staying up late.
(c) Giving up her childhood blanket.
(d) Her long hair.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does St. Rita show her answers to people's prayers?

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

3. What is the name of Sol's nanny?

4. What question does Sol ask her nanny as they get into the carriage to return home after Sol leaves the church?

5. What time did Sol visit the the statue of St. Rita?

(see the answer key)

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