The High Mountains of Portugal Quiz

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Which relationship early in this first section of Part 3 foreshadows, in some way, later developments in the Peter-Odo relationship, and why? (from Part 3, Section 1)

The Peter - Bob relationship: like the Peter - Odo relationship, it is triggered by a recent experience of death.

The Peter - Bob relationship: like the Peter - Odo relationship, it is built on an unexpected connection.

The Peter - Lemmon relationship: like the Peter - Odo relationship, it is built on an unexpected connection.

The Peter - Lemmon relationship: like the Peter - Odo relationship, it is built on an immediate dislike for each other.

Initially, Tomas has difficulty getting and keeping the car running. What personal experience might this be seen as being parallel to? (from Part 1, Section 2)

His experience of developing a relationship with his own father.

His experience of moving past grief.

His experience of learning to walk forward after so long walking backward.

His experience of becoming a father.

What is the most likely reason that Peter perceives the crucifix in the church as being “awkward”? (from Part 3, Section 3)

It is likely that the crucifix is the one shaped like Tomas in Part 1.

It is likely that the crucifix is the one shaped like a bear in Part 2.

It is likely that the crucifix is the one found in Rafael's body in Part 2.

It is likely that the crucifix is the one shaped like a chimpanzee from Part 1.

Why is it significant that the final events of the book take place after Peter and Odo watch a beautiful sunset? (from Part 3, Section 4)

Sunset marks the end of a day: Odo reaches the end of his life.

Sunset marks the end of a day: Peter reaches the end of his life.

Sunset marks the end of a day: Odo has reached the end of his search for his mother.

Sunset marks the end of a day: Peter has reached the end of his search for the Iberian Rhinoceros.

According to his diary, who does Ulisses visit, and what is the impact of that visit? (from Part 1, Section 3)

He visits three imprisoned slaves, and as a result, becomes more of a fervent Christian than ever.

He visits a group of villagers, and as a result, begins to question why he's there on the island.

He visits three imprisoned slaves, and as a result, begins to question his faith.

He visits a monastery, and as a result, begins to question his Christian faith.