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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Preface and Chapter One.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does one family member say a cowrie shell was used for in the United States?
(a) Something to write on
(b) Money
(c) Fuel
(d) Decoration

2. How do members of the family listen to the presidential speech that evening?
(a) On the television
(b) They go to the presidential palace
(c) It's broadcast from vehicles traveling the streets
(d) On the radio

3. What spice is used on the pigs' heads served at the family feast?
(a) Cumin
(b) Pepper
(c) Ginger
(d) Oregano

4. Why is the memorial event almost canceled?
(a) A young military officer demands that it be cancelled
(b) Members of the family come down with the flu
(c) The church is not available
(d) The family can't agree on a service time

5. What religion is Rosemary da Silva?
(a) Methodist
(b) Atheist
(c) Catholic
(d) Baptist

Short Answer Questions

1. What color was Father Olimpio de Silva's cassock?

2. Which of the following items was not on the shelf in Dom Francisco's room?

3. What color is the plaque with Dom Francisco's memorial information?

4. How long has Francisco Manoel da Silva been dead at the time of the gathering to honor his memory?

5. How did the family of Francisco Manoel da Silva plan to honor his memory?

(see the answer key)

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