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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 is NOT a reason Mantini gives himself as to why he decided to stay in Tripoli?
(a) His religion.
(b) His business.
(c) His daughter.
(d) His wife.

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

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

4. Which of the following best describes Mantini's emotions when he drives into town searching for food and drink?
(a) Terrified.
(b) Hopeful.
(c) Confused.
(d) Angry.

5. Which of the following does Carla pack in order to remember her time with Mantini?
(a) Restaurant receipts.
(b) A picnic blanket.
(c) Scented crime.
(d) Pieces of glass.

6. Which of the following do Carla and Ben stop to read in a shop window?
(a) A fire safety guide.
(b) A newspaper article.
(c) A gubernatorial recommendation.
(d) A certificate of authenticity.

7. Which of the following is NOT one of the items Carla packs before evacuating?
(a) Underwear.
(b) Family photos.
(c) Shoes.
(d) Medicine.

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

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

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

11. While in the deserted city, what does Mantini admit to Carla?
(a) That he loves her.
(b) That he needs her.
(c) That he wants to marry her.
(d) That he misses her.

12. After being evacuated from Tripoli, how does Carla feel about divorcing Ben?
(a) She no longer considers it an option.
(b) She has not thought about divorce since the evacuation.
(c) She is more confused than ever at the thought of divorcing Ben.
(d) She thinks it would be a smart decision.

13. What has happened to most of the shops in town after the evacuation?
(a) They have been sold.
(b) They have been bombed.
(c) They have been closed.
(d) They have been abandoned.

14. How does Carla react to the idea of marrying Mantini?
(a) She is terrified that Ben would never allow it.
(b) She does not think Mantini would ever ask her.
(c) She is excited at the possibility.
(d) She thinks it would be too complicated.

15. Which of the following characters has decided to stay with Mantini even after the evacuation?
(a) Mohammad.
(b) No one has decided to stay with Mantini; he is all alone.
(c) Carla.
(d) Lucia.

Short Answer Questions

1. What treasure does Carla find while enjoying her picnic meal with Mantini?

2. When Carla begins to bleed during the evacuation, who does she realize injured her?

3. What does Mantini use for light in his bedroom after the evacuation?

4. How does Mantini feel about the cafe owners who have kept their shop open during wartime?

5. Which of the following is NOT a step Carla would have to take if she wanted to marry Mantini?

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