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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Five, Chapter Six.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Hortensia feel about the letter requesting the burial?
(a) It is understandable.
(b) It is rude.
(c) It is overly sentimental.
(d) It is beautiful.

2. What did Hortensia do at night to distract herself from Peter's affair?
(a) Write.
(b) Go for walks.
(c) Scrub the bathtub.
(d) Call her sister.

3. How is Marion affected by the crane accident?
(a) Her leg is broken.
(b) Her yard is filled with Hortensia's rubble.
(c) Part of her home is destroyed.
(d) Her painting is destroyed.

4. Why did Marion give up her career?
(a) To start her own small business.
(b) To focus on her health.
(c) To raise her children.
(d) To go back to school.

5. What is the name of Marion's husband?
(a) Max.
(b) Alvar.
(c) Peter.
(d) Bassey.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gary design and construct?

2. In what country is the novel primarily set?

3. What is Hortensia's address?

4. What does Marion pressure Hortensia to talk about?

5. What is the name of the hill Hortensia walks to?

(see the answer key)

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