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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Laruelle comment on in regard to the consul's behavior?
(a) His lack of excitement about Yvonne's return.
(b) His lack of involvement in the town's messy politics.
(c) His amazing wealth.
(d) He fine and beautiful clothes.

2. What do Monsieur Laruelle and the doctor discuss about Geoffrey in Chapter 1?
(a) That he should get married soon.
(b) That he is a raging alcoholic.
(c) That he is a very wealthy man.
(d) That he is the wisest man in town.

3. Who is the author of "Under the Volcano"?
(a) Janet Lowry.
(b) Malcolm X.
(c) Anonymous.
(d) Malcolm Lowry.

4. Why does the consul briefly consider switching alcohols after he has fallen down?
(a) To save money.
(b) Because his favorite movie star drinks it in the movies.
(c) Because he wants to try Yvonne's favorite drink.
(d) Because of its rumored vitamin properties.

5. Of what does the consul try to convince Quincey?
(a) That Yvonne is pregnant.
(b) That Yvonne is returning and will never leave again.
(c) That he has given up drinking.
(d) That he has a lot of money in his pockets.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the animals ride on the bus that Yvonne, Hugh, and the consul take together?

2. What job does Hugh get after his attempts to become a famous musician fail?

3. What does the doctor advise Laruelle to do when they depart in Chapter 1?

4. How long has Yvonne been gone before she returns to Quauhnahuac?

5. What animal do Hugh and Yvonne keep passing during their excursion together?

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