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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Zeitoun's brother live?
(a) Iran.
(b) Syria.
(c) Mexico.
(d) Spain.

2. Where does Kathy stay after hearing about the flood?
(a) Her sister's house.
(b) Her brother's house.
(c) Her mother's house.
(d) A hotel.

3. Where does Zeitoun sleep when his bed won't do during the storm?
(a) The couch.
(b) The roof.
(c) A hotel.
(d) The bathtub.

4. What kind of boat helps the single woman found by Zeitoun?
(a) Kayak.
(b) Canoe.
(c) Fishing boat.
(d) Military boat.

5. How much water is in the house after the first day of flooding?
(a) 7 feet.
(b) 11 feet.
(c) 9 feet.
(d) 13 feet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What status does New Orleans have during the flood?

2. What does Zeitoun refuse to do during the flood?

3. What city was Zeitoun born in?

4. What is Katrina?

5. When does Zeitoun think about his family in the homeland?

(see the answer key)

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