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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What day is it when the novel opens?
(a) Christmas.
(b) Day of the Dead.
(c) Mexican Independence Day.
(d) Easter.

2. What branch of military service did the consul once serve in?
(a) The British navy.
(b) The British army.
(c) The German navy.
(d) The German army.

3. What does Yvonne drink in the brewery?
(a) Nothing -- she is afraid of becoming like her husband.
(b) A glass of wine.
(c) A beer.
(d) A whiskey.

4. Where has Hugh been living while on assignment?
(a) A school.
(b) An England castle.
(c) An American cattle ranch.
(d) A hospital.

5. What does the consul hallucinate and see his bathtub filled with?
(a) Blood.
(b) Fire.
(c) Insects.
(d) Boiling water.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which member of the visiting trio stays behind at Laruelle's home?

2. How does Hugh react to Yvonne's request to leave Laruelle's home?

3. Where does Hugh go after he returns home from his sea voyage?

4. What large gift does Yvonne bring to the consul upon her return?

5. What does Yvonne notice during the bus ride with the consul and Hugh?

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