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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following adjectives best describes Ben's view of Carla when they leave the restaurant after the evacuation?
(a) Smart.
(b) Snide.
(c) Sweet.
(d) Shamed.

2. After returning from town, what possession of Carla's does Mantini find?
(a) Her hair brush.
(b) Her sweater.
(c) Her necklace.
(d) Her book.

3. Which of the following elements of his character does Mantini begin to question after the evacuation?
(a) His physical strength.
(b) His ability to love.
(c) His financial standing.
(d) His bravery.

4. Where does Mantini eat and drink his purchases from town, after the evacuation?
(a) On the street curb.
(b) In his car.
(c) In his shop.
(d) In his home.

5. Which of the following communication devices goes dead in Carla's apartment at the outbreak of the war?
(a) The telephone.
(b) The computer.
(c) The radio.
(d) The television.

6. After dinner, when Ben brings up his topic of discussion, how does he deliver his arguments?
(a) Happily.
(b) Sorrowfully.
(c) Apathetically.
(d) Angrily.

7. Who does Mantini blame for his inability to see his daughter?
(a) His mother-in-law.
(b) His dead wife.
(c) Himself.
(d) The government.

8. Which of the following adjectives does Mantini use to describe Ben's treatment of Carla?
(a) Ugly.
(b) Disgusting.
(c) Unbearable.
(d) Inappropriate.

9. How does Carla get to the air force base for evacuation?
(a) She rides her bicycle.
(b) She runs on foot.
(c) She drives her own car.
(d) She takes a taxi.

10. Which of the following types of bread does Mantini buy in town after the evacuation?
(a) Pandesal.
(b) Tortillas.
(c) Brioche.
(d) Bagels.

11. How long do Carla and Ben wait at the evacuation site before leaving?
(a) A few weeks.
(b) A few months.
(c) A few days.
(d) A few hours.

12. When Carla finds the treasure on her picnic with Mantini, what body part does she think the treasure looks like?
(a) A pair of lips.
(b) A heart.
(c) A breast.
(d) An eye.

13. What expensive item does Carla leave behind in order to have room in her bag for her memories of Mantini?
(a) A sterling silver picture frame.
(b) A diamond necklace.
(c) A heavy bank safe.
(d) A pair of emerald earrings.

14. Which of the following characters was NOT abandoned by their loved one in the story?
(a) Ben.
(b) Carla.
(c) Mantini.
(d) The baby.

15. Which of the following characters is NOT one that Carla believes is complicating her relationship with Mantini?
(a) Lucia.
(b) The baby.
(c) Mohammad.
(d) Ben.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT one of the items Carla packs before evacuating?

2. How does Mantini feel about the food he purchases in town after the evacuation?

3. How does Carla react to Mantini's request on the first day he visits her home?

4. As Carla is evacuated from the city, what part of her body begins to bleed?

5. How much cash does Carla pack when she runs out of the house?

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