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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Mainly Dry Periods, with Scattered Fires.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Based on its mild climate and upscale life-style, the Provence region is often referred to as what?
(a) "The New York City of Europe."
(b) "The Paris of the South."
(c) "The California of Europe."
(d) "New Hollywood."

2. When does a storm break out?
(a) On the trip to the picnic area.
(b) Once they are all home.
(c) That night.
(d) On their return trip.

3. How does Mayle's wife feel when Mayle suggests that they should search for the owner?
(a) She is relieved.
(b) She is angry.
(c) She is sad.
(d) She is not enthusiastic.

4. Even though the water in the Mayle's pool is warm as soup, it attracts a herd of wild __________ one evening that back away when Boy scares them off.
(a) Bears.
(b) Horses.
(c) Boars.
(d) Dogs.

5. A little more digging unearths what?
(a) The shoe's pair.
(b) Another bracelet.
(c) A shard of pottery.
(d) A 20 franc piece dated 1869.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Peter feel about his discoveries?

2. French Vogue follows up with a _____________-page spread about the Lubéron.

3. After removing the clutter, Mayle finds what buried in the now exposed soil?

4. During _____________, in an effort to prevent the outbreak of fires in the spring, the government trims back dry brush and undergrowth from the region.

5. Why is this couple allowed to see the dog?

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