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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the women in Magda's family, who is visiting Uruguay?
(a) Che Guevara.
(b) Fidel Castro.
(c) Eva Peron.
(d) Juan Peron.

2. Where does this novel take place?
(a) Buenos Aires, Argentina.
(b) Santiago, Chile.
(c) Mexico City, Mexico.
(d) Montevideo, Uruguay.

3. What is the ethnicity of Magda's barrio?
(a) Primarily native Uruguayan.
(b) Primarily European.
(c) Primarily Mexican.
(d) All ethnicities.

4. When flowers meant for Cora arrives at Magda's house, what opportunity arises?
(a) Magda and Emilia finally have something that Cora does not.
(b) Magda and Emilia visit Cora's house for the first time.
(c) Magda shows off the flowers to Emilia.
(d) Magda and Emilia take the flowers to Gabriela.

5. Why does Gabriela make daily rounds through the village?
(a) She is begging for food or clothing.
(b) She is delivering mended garments.
(c) She delivers food.
(d) She is a nurse.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Sofia's actions disgrace Magda's parents?

2. What are Magda and Emilia known for in their neighborhood?

3. What are the names of Magda's twin cousins?

4. What is always in view of the girls?

5. Where do Magda and Emilia go to feel safe?

(see the answer key)

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