2. What hides the stain on Hortensia’s bedroom wall?
(a) A decorative vase.
(b) A Pierneef painting.
(c) A photograph of Hortensia and Peter.
(d) A sketch of the house.

3. Why does Hortensia not want any books from the library?
(a) They do not have black authors.
(b) She hates reading.
(c) She is busy working on other projects.
(d) She doesn't like Marion's taste.

4. Who is Niknaks?
(a) Bassey's sister.
(b) Marion's daughter.
(c) Agnes's nurse.
(d) Agnes's daughter.

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

6. What was Alberta's real name?
(a) Bathandwa.
(b) Bertha.
(c) Hortensia.
(d) Sarah.

7. 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.

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

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

10. How does Hortensia feel that Peter does not understand her work?
(a) She appreciates the solitude.
(b) It makes her feel independent.
(c) It secretly saddens her.
(d) She doesn't care.

11. When does Hortensia tell Mr. Marx she will contact Esme?
(a) When her leg recovers.
(b) When she is ready.
(c) When he stops calling her.
(d) When Esme reaches a certain age.

12. Agnes’s attitude towards Marion could best be described as what?
(a) Admiring.
(b) Pitying.
(c) Resentful.
(d) Thankful.

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

14. What does Hortensia reveal caused her to slap Marion?
(a) Jealousy.
(b) Kindness.
(c) Boredom.
(d) Confusion.

15. Why is it unusual that Marion is attracted to Frikkie?
(a) He has poor manners.
(b) He is black.
(c) He is married.
(d) He is short.