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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-5, My Names, Benja's First Night.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter One, when has the protagonist always thought the police would come for her?
(a) At nighttime.
(b) In the morning.
(c) In the afternoon.
(d) At noon.

2. What does Partnoy do to oppose the new military regime?
(a) She lobbies for aid from other countries.
(b) She produces and distributes pamphlets.
(c) She organizes strikes and raids.
(d) She confronts the General.

3. How can Alicia touch Benja in his position?
(a) She can touch her hands to his feet.
(b) She can touch her feet to his hands.
(c) She can tough her back to his back.
(d) She can touch her cheek to his forehead.

4. Why does the guard turn on the radio?
(a) He makes a show of telling the prisoners his favorite song is on.
(b) To cover up the screams from the torture room.
(c) As a celebration for Alicia's birthday.
(d) As a treat for the prisoners.

5. How many times a day are the prisoners allowed to relieve themselves?
(a) Ten.
(b) One.
(c) Two or three.
(d) Four or five.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Alicia pass to Benja?

2. After the entire night tied up, what is Benja finally allowed to do?

3. What is Patichoti's nickname for Alicia?

4. After her third shower, what does her escort guard do?

5. What is the guards' excuse for giving the prisoners treats?

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