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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Earthquake in Chile.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What were priests running through the streets yelling?
(a) That the devil was near.
(b) That the end of the world had come.
(c) That God was angry.
(d) That salvation was possible.

2. How does the Count locate the Marquise?
(a) He breaks down the door.
(b) He waits until the Marquise goes for a walk.
(c) He sneaks into the backyard.
(d) He bribes the porter.

3. What did Josefa pray for after the earthquake?
(a) Jerónimo's soul.
(b) Forgiveness.
(c) Her baby's soul.
(d) Mercy.

4. What does Jerónimo do when he awakens after the earthquake?
(a) He thanks God for his salvation.
(b) He looks for some water.
(c) He tends to his injuries.
(d) He cleans himself off.

5. What kind of tree does the young family rest against on the night of the earthquake?
(a) A pear tree.
(b) An apple tree.
(c) A pomegranate tree.
(d) A lemon tree.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the crowd do to Jerónimo and Josefa in the end?

2. How does the Count feel about marrying the Marquise?

3. What does the crowd try to do after the man makes his announcement?

4. According to the Count, what is the Marquise more of than the rest of them?

5. How does the Marquise intend to live her life after she leaves the family home?

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