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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Thirteen, Chapter Fourteen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What best describes the tone of Dr. Mama and Hortensia’s conversation?
(a) Stern.
(b) Intense.
(c) Lighthearted.
(d) Serious.

2. When did Hortensia plan to tell Peter about her knowledge of the affair?
(a) On vacation.
(b) At dinner.
(c) In the car.
(d) Never.

3. When was Peter diagnosed with his illness?
(a) A month after their marriage.
(b) Just weeks before his death.
(c) Shortly after retiring.
(d) As a young man.

4. How does Hortensia feel about Beulah Gierdien's letter?
(a) It is too sentimental.
(b) It is an emergency.
(c) It is beautiful.
(d) It sounds fake.

5. Where does Marion first stay while her home is being repaired?
(a) A Cape Town hotel.
(b) Agnes's house.
(c) Marelena's house.
(d) Katterijn Guest House.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Marion forced to fire Agnes?

2. What event takes place at the end of Chapter Four?

3. Where did Hortensia go to design school?

4. Which word best describes Hortensia’s outlook on marriage?

5. What is the name of the neighborhood where the novel takes place?

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