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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the library keep the “diverse” authors?
(a) In a corner.
(b) They do not carry diverse authors.
(c) In the main reading area.
(d) In a locked room.

2. Why does fighting with Marion make Hortensia feel at home again?
(a) It was easier for them to be enemies.
(b) It keeps her occupied now that Peter is gone.
(c) Marion decides to leave and she is left alone.
(d) She gets a thrill from fighting.

3. Where does Hortensia reveal Dr. Mama is currently?
(a) Getting married.
(b) On a cruise with another woman.
(c) Visiting his daughter.
(d) Vacationing with his boyfriend.

4. What does Hortensia do that causes Marion to move out?
(a) Slaps her.
(b) Curses her.
(c) Yells at her.
(d) Steals her things.

5. What does Marion remove from Hortensia’s wall?
(a) An ugly painting.
(b) A greasy stain.
(c) A bug.
(d) A torn piece of wallpaper.

6. Where does the couple first move after they marry in England?
(a) Morocco.
(b) Katterijn.
(c) Brighton.
(d) Nigeria.

7. What did Marion witness happen to Alberta?
(a) She was in a car accident.
(b) She was physically attacked.
(c) Her family was kidnapped.
(d) Her possessions were stolen.

8. What did Hortensia and Peter do on many of their first dates?
(a) Study.
(b) Eat.
(c) Walk.
(d) Read.

9. What does Bassey make for Innes?
(a) Lemonade.
(b) Pie.
(c) Pancakes.
(d) Hot chocolate.

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

11. What did Marion say when Agnes asked if she could finish her degree?
(a) "You are too old."
(b) "I will give you the money."
(c) "You cannot legally finish it."
(d) "You should go for it."

12. Who is Innes's mother?
(a) Marion.
(b) Agnes.
(c) Marelena.
(d) Lara.

13. What does Hortensia focus on instead of her marriage?
(a) Work.
(b) Her health.
(c) Children.
(d) Friendships.

14. How does Hortensia react when Marion reaches for her hand?
(a) She yells at Marion.
(b) She swats it away.
(c) She embraces it in return.
(d) She does not react.

15. What does Marion suggest is the reason Hortensia could never become pregnant?
(a) The presence of Beulah Gierdien's ancestors.
(b) A medical anomaly.
(c) The stress of living in Katterijn.
(d) Hortensia was not supposed to become a mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Marion's teacher say is in the textbook she encourages them to buy?

2. What nickname did Mariona and her classmates give their teacher?

3. Why did Hortensia pretend to go on business trips?

4. What did Marion’s parents initially want her to pursue?

5. How does Hortensia treat Innes?

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