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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chirilingo, Chapters 1, 2, and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Sol writing in when the reader first meets her?
(a) Letter.
(b) School textbook.
(c) Diary.
(d) Book.

2. Why does Professor Saavedra say Julian should arrive as soon as possible in Guatemala City?
(a) To take his class.
(b) To meet his wife.
(c) To be approved for a job.
(d) Before the border is closed.

3. What does Sol's nanny think it's well past time for in Sol's life?
(a) Giving up her childhood blanket.
(b) Staying up late.
(c) Her long hair.
(d) A husband.

4. What sounds awaken Sol from her siesta at the beginning of the novel?
(a) Mules braying.
(b) People shouting.
(c) Hundreds of bells pealing.
(d) Vendors calling.

5. What question does Sol ask her nanny as they get into the carriage to return home after Sol leaves the church?
(a) "Did you feel the earthquake?"
(b) "What time is it?"
(c) "Don't you think this is a waste of time?"
(d) "Where shall we go to dinner?"

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Julian write about in Mexico City that caught the attention of government officials?

2. What are the ingredients for balche, the sacred drink Sol must drink in honor of St. Rita?

3. How does St. Rita show her answers to people's prayers?

4. What does Senor Fremin write to ask a colleague?

5. What does Julian dream of the first night in the jungle in Guatemala?

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