Novel Quiz: In The Time Of The Butterflies! Trivia
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Which one of the Mirabal servants supposedly had the ability to communicate with the dead?
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Tinita
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Prieto
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Rufino
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Fela
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Explore key moments from 'In the Time of the Butterflies' with this trivia quiz. Assess your knowledge of the Mirabal sisters, their challenges, and historical context. Ideal for literature enthusiasts and students of Latin American history.
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What does Jamito ask Dede in the Jeep?
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Her hand in marriage
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To drive him to the capital
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Hook him up with Minerva
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Go with him to kill Trujillo
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A. Her hand in marriageExplanation
Jamito asks Dede for her hand in marriage in the Jeep.Rate this question:
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What are farmers that worked the land?
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Sancocho
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Campesino
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Guyabera
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Anacahuita
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A. CampesinoExplanation
A campesino is a farmer who works the land. This term is commonly used in Latin America to refer to rural farmers who engage in agricultural activities. They are typically small-scale farmers who cultivate crops or raise livestock for subsistence or small-scale commercial purposes. The term campesino emphasizes the connection between the farmer and the land, highlighting their close relationship and dependence on the agricultural activities they undertake.Rate this question:
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What was unusual about Minerva's law degree?
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She couldn't practice law
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Written in blood
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Trujillo left a love note in it
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Her father tore it in half
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A. She couldn't practice lawExplanation
The correct answer is that Minerva couldn't practice law. This suggests that despite earning a law degree, she faced some kind of obstacle or restriction that prevented her from actually practicing law. This could be due to various reasons such as societal norms, legal regulations, or personal circumstances. It implies that Minerva's law degree was essentially useless in terms of pursuing a career in law.Rate this question:
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What do you call a small picture of the virgin?
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Immaculada Conception
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Swastica
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Marisposa
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Virincita
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A. VirincitaExplanation
The correct answer is "Virincita." This is the correct answer because "Virincita" is a Spanish term that translates to "little virgin" in English. It is commonly used to refer to small pictures or figurines of the Virgin Mary, particularly in Mexican culture. The other options, "Immaculada Conception," "Swastica," and "Marisposa," do not accurately describe a small picture of the virgin.Rate this question:
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What does Minerva and Trujillo do that makes them "even, for now"?
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Dance
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Roll dice
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He slaps her
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Flip coin
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A. Roll diceExplanation
Minerva and Trujillo engage in rolling dice, which makes them "even, for now." This implies that rolling dice is a fair and random activity, ensuring that both Minerva and Trujillo have an equal chance of winning or losing. By participating in this activity, they create a temporary balance or equality between them.Rate this question:
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Which of Patria's children is the youngest?
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Noris
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Nelson
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Jacqueline
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Raul Ernesto
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A. Raul ErnestoExplanation
Raul Ernesto is the youngest child of Patria because he is the last name mentioned in the list of children.Rate this question:
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Which one of Patria's children get involved with the revolution?
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Jamito
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Raul Ernesto
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Nelson
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Noris
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A. NelsonExplanation
Nelson is the correct answer because he is the only one mentioned as being involved with the revolution. The question asks which one of Patria's children gets involved, and only Nelson is specified as being involved with the revolution.Rate this question:
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Who was president of the fourteenth of June Movement created in Patria and Pedrito's home?
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Minerva
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Manolo
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Pedrito
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Jamito
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A. ManoloExplanation
Manolo was the president of the fourteenth of June Movement created in Patria and Pedrito's home. This is evident from the information provided in the question.Rate this question:
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When does Patria say that she is a changed woman?
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When she has her first child
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When she gets married
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When she sees the young soldier die
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When she goes to jail
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A. When she sees the young soldier dieExplanation
Patria says that she is a changed woman when she sees the young soldier die. This event likely has a profound impact on her, causing her to reevaluate her beliefs, values, and priorities. Witnessing the loss of a young life may make her question the violence and injustice she has witnessed, leading to a transformation in her perspective and behavior. This experience may inspire her to take a more active role in fighting for justice and freedom, ultimately shaping her identity as a changed woman.Rate this question:
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