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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. Where is Jerónimo when the story begins?
(a) At home.
(b) By a river.
(c) In a field.
(d) In a jail cell.

2. What does the Marquise's mother give the Marquise after her examination?
(a) A hug.
(b) Some money.
(c) A letter from her father.
(d) Some luggage to fill with her belongings.

3. How does the Marquise intend to live her life after she leaves the family home?
(a) To the full.
(b) For her children.
(c) In solitude.
(d) In mourning.

4. What is Jerónimo's last name?
(a) Rugera.
(b) Neruda.
(c) Allende.
(d) Mistral.

5. Where does Jerónimo find Josefa?
(a) Near a stream.
(b) Sitting peacefully on a hillside.
(c) Amongst the rubble.
(d) At the church.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the Marquise not believe the doctor when he says she is pregnant?

2. What happens to the Marquise's family home during the attack?

3. While the Count is away on his trip, what does the Marquise begin to suffer from?

4. What is Jerónimo about to do when the story begins?

5. After hearing the news of the Count, what does the Marquise start to feel?

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