House Of The Spirits

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    How does Rosa die?

    • From a serious cold
    • Poisoning
    • She is killed
    • She collapses
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This quiz explores key themes and events in 'House of the Spirits' by Isabel Allende. It assesses understanding of character motivations, plot developments, and socio-political contexts, enhancing comprehension of magical realism in Latin American literature.

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  • 2. 

    What issue does Clara have after Rosa's Death?

    • Being mute

    • Having to deal with Esteban right away

    • Having many tears run down her face

    • Having to take care of the family

    Correct Answer
    A. Being mute
    Explanation
    After Rosa's death, Clara is unable to speak or make any sound, which is known as being mute. This could be due to the trauma and grief she experienced from losing her sister. Being mute means that Clara is unable to communicate verbally, which can be a significant issue for her in dealing with the emotions and challenges that arise after Rosa's death.

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  • 3. 

    Why does the Del Valle family storm out of church?

    • Because Severo has caused a scene

    • Because Clara causes a scene

    • Because the kids are acting up

    • Because the priest kicks them out

    Correct Answer
    A. Because Clara causes a scene
    Explanation
    The Del Valle family storms out of church because Clara causes a scene. This suggests that Clara's behavior or actions during the church service were disruptive or inappropriate, leading to the family's decision to leave abruptly.

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    What is left of Uncle Marcos after his death?

    • His cat

    • His dog

    • His flying contraption

    • His clothing with many memories in them

    Correct Answer
    A. His dog
    Explanation
    Uncle Marcos left behind his dog after his death. This implies that the dog was a significant part of his life and perhaps his closest companion. The dog may have been a source of comfort and companionship for Uncle Marcos, making it a meaningful item to inherit after his passing.

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    Why does Esteban visit Transito for the last time?

    • For sexual pleasure

    • For help to find Alba

    • To get back the money she owed him

    • To catch up on things

    Correct Answer
    A. For help to find Alba
    Explanation
    Esteban visits Transito for the last time because he needs her help in finding Alba. This suggests that Alba is missing or lost, and Esteban believes that Transito may have information or resources that can aid in locating her.

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    Why does the Del Valle family go to mass?

    • Because they are dedicated Catholics

    • Because the kids want to go

    • Because Severo wants to be elected into Parliament

    • Because Nivea thinks it's a good thing to do with the family

    Correct Answer
    A. Because Severo wants to be elected into Parliament
    Explanation
    The Del Valle family goes to mass because Severo wants to be elected into Parliament. This suggests that Severo sees attending mass as a way to gain support and votes from the Catholic community, which is a significant demographic in his campaign. The other options, such as being dedicated Catholics, the kids wanting to go, or Nivea thinking it's a good thing to do with the family, are not mentioned as the primary reason for their attendance.

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  • 7. 

    What does Blanca do to Pedro Tercero?

    • Hide him in a warehouse

    • Leave him for good

    • Hide him in a back room of the house

    • Let Esteban beat him up

    Correct Answer
    A. Hide him in a back room of the house
    Explanation
    Blanca hides Pedro Tercero in a back room of the house.

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    Who breaks in and takes Alba away?

    • The political police

    • The guerillas

    • Esteban

    Correct Answer
    A. The political police
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The political police." In the context of the question, it suggests that the political police are the ones responsible for breaking in and taking Alba away. This implies that Alba's abduction is politically motivated and likely a result of her involvement in activities that are perceived as a threat by the political authorities.

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    Why does the prostitute population begin to become deminished?

    • Hourly fees are risen

    • Legal action

    • Birth control

    Correct Answer
    A. Birth control
    Explanation
    The correct answer is birth control. Birth control measures, such as contraceptives, can help prevent unintended pregnancies among prostitutes. By using birth control, they can have more control over their reproductive health and avoid becoming pregnant. This can lead to a decrease in the prostitute population as fewer individuals may choose or be forced into sex work due to unplanned pregnancies.

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    Who causes the economic meltdown?

    • The Socialists

    • The Communists

    • All of the people

    • The Conservatives

    Correct Answer
    A. The Conservatives
    Explanation
    The given answer suggests that the economic meltdown is caused by the Conservatives. This implies that the economic policies and actions of the Conservative party have led to the downturn. However, without further context or information, it is important to note that this explanation may be subjective and may not represent a comprehensive analysis of the causes of an economic meltdown.

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