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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2-3, Latrine, Birthday.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does the "little frog" represent?
(a) The regime in power.
(b) The time period.
(c) The subversive message.
(d) The song of the human heart.

3. What picture introduces each chapter of the book?
(a) A picture of a baby.
(b) A picture of a plastic daisy.
(c) A picture of a blindfolded woman.
(d) A picture of the Little School.

4. Why does the game end as quickly as it begins?
(a) It begins to rain.
(b) All the prisoners attempt escape.
(c) Maria Elena faints out of weakness.
(d) The guards get in trouble.

5. What was Partnoy's weight during her captivity?
(a) 75 pounds.
(b) 135 pounds.
(c) 105 pounds.
(d) 95 pounds.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of paper does the guard give to Alicia?

2. From what condition did most of the prisoners suffer?

3. What organization involved the mothers of disappeared people?

4. Though the game is cruel, what does Alicia secretly enjoy?

5. What does her husband do when he is tortured?

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