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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Second Chapter: The Loneliness of Gloria, Sections titled Of a Charming Rascal, Of Twilight, Of the Intricate Ways of Love, or How Nacib Hired a Cook, and Of the Boat in the Forest.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After speaking to the Dos Reis sisters, where does Nacib begin his search for a cook?
(a) Seabra Plaza.
(b) Pontal.
(c) Conquista.
(d) Unhão Hill.

2. Which character is Nacib's employee and brings him the news that Filomena is leaving Ilhéus?
(a) Chico.
(b) Dona Arminda.
(c) Risoleta.
(d) Vicente.

3. What adjective is used to describe Chico?
(a) Strong.
(b) Intelligent.
(c) Lazy.
(d) Handsome.

4. For his skill in what field is Colonel Ananias and Ivo known as The Tiger?
(a) Fishing.
(b) Hunting.
(c) Soccer.
(d) Seducing women.

5. Who objects to Anabela the ballerina's performance on grounds of morality?
(a) Mundinho Falção.
(b) Diogenes.
(c) The Doctor.
(d) Nacib.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Nacib tell Mundinho that Colonel Ramiro Bastos called him?

2. What item does Clemente carry with him during his journey to Ilhéus?

3. Which character announces the end of the rain on the first clear morning?

4. Who is considered to be the most elegant man in Ilhéus?

5. Who is the patron saint of Ilhéus?

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