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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Earthquake, Chapters 7, 8, and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Julian anxious to become established in Guatemala City?
(a) To show Cuba he is powerful.
(b) So he can send for his fiancee.
(c) So he can become a government official.
(d) So he can be friends with Spanish rulers.

2. What does Sol see when she stands before the statue of St. Rita?
(a) A handsome young man.
(b) Her mother.
(c) Her father.
(d) Her aunt.

3. What nationality is the organ grinder that Julian sees in the park?
(a) Spanish.
(b) Mayan.
(c) Mexican.
(d) Guatemalan.

4. What kind of work does Saavedra offer Julian in Chapter 4?
(a) Gardening work.
(b) Cleaning his office.
(c) Part-time teaching.
(d) Accounting work.

5. Where is St. Rita located?
(a) Guatemala City.
(b) Jocotenango.
(c) Mexico City.
(d) Spain.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of towers does Julian see when he first views Guatemala City?

2. How old is Sol when the story begins?

3. What weapon does Julian have concealed under his vest?

4. What sounds awaken Sol from her siesta at the beginning of the novel?

5. What does Lucia do after she reads the newspaper article about Julian?

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