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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Francisco during the drought?
(a) Seven
(b) One year, seven months
(c) Seventeen
(d) Twelve

2. What condition is placed on the family holding the memorial event?
(a) That they pay in advance for the use of the church
(b) That they wear masks so they don't spread the flu
(c) That they pay homage to the military leaders
(d) That they listen to a specific broadcast

3. What were the women yelling prior to the beginning of the feast?
(a) Return to earth!
(b) It is night!
(c) Save the goat!
(d) Rest in Peace!

4. What does Mama Wewe learn about money earned by the daughters of a Missionary?
(a) They give the money to the church
(b) They buy lipstick and perfume with the money
(c) Their father uses the money to buy drink
(d) Their family needs the money in order to eat

5. Which of the following was NOT one of the fates that befell the family?
(a) A mudslide collapsing one wall of the compound
(b) Burning of several houses after a roasting nut caught on fire
(c) Loss of revenue from the slave trade
(d) Damage from a tornado

Short Answer Questions

1. What do members of the family think about the president's speech?

2. What job is Francisco given at the Coutinhos' plantation?

3. What color was the limewash Modeste and Pierre used to paint?

4. What is the prevalent smell during March at the home of Joaquim's family?

5. What does the young girl say is wrong with Mama Wewe?

(see the answer key)

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