The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao: Part 1 Quiz
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Where did Beli win a scholarship to?

  • Colegio La Bani
  • Colegio El Redenton (correct)
  • Colegio New York
  • Colegio Santo Domingo

Beli was born into a wealthy family.

False (B)

Who lived with Beli and owned a bakery?

La luca

Beli was miserable at school because she was an __________.

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Match the following terms with their descriptions:

<p>Beli = Dark-skinned girl from Bani Jack Pujols = Light-skinned boy Beli had a crush on La luca = Beli's Mother-Aunt Colegio El Redenton = Prestigious school Beli attended</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the city of Bani?

<p>Known for its anti-blackness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Beli enjoyed her time at school and had many friends.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What 'jackpot' did Beli hit during her sophomore year?

<p>biochemical</p> Signup and view all the answers

Beli's mother told her stories about her __________ youth.

<p>mother's</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Beli's primary desire throughout her youth?

<p>To escape her surroundings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Lola's initial plan for the $2,000 she convinced an older man to give her?

<p>To travel to Japan or Goa (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lola was excited to learn about Max's death before leaving.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What profession did the Gangster have an affinity for?

<p>The flesh trade (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Lola do with the $2,000 after learning about Max's death?

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Beli quit her job after being threatened by the Gangster.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lola dreamed of running away but realized it was __________.

<p>impossible</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Beli's significant connection to the Gangster?

<p>Orphanhood</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following events with the correct descriptions:

<p>Lola convinces a man = She plans to travel Lola learns Max died = She gives money to Max's mother Lola cries on the plane = Passengers complain Lola dreams of running away = Realizes it's impossible</p> Signup and view all the answers

Beli killed the Fiat Dealer with a __________.

<p>whiskey bottle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the characters with their actions:

<p>Beli = Killed the Fiat Dealer The Gangster = Owned brothels Arquimedes = Silent rage Trujillo Regime = Struggles to maintain control</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did the Gangster take Beli on vacation?

<p>Samana (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Gangster felt like an ordinary person after returning from his trip.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Beli express a desire to be like?

<p>Free like him</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Gangster had to report to the __________ urgently.

<p>palace</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the Gangster's long disappearances?

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What profession did Abelard Luis Cabral pursue before returning to the Dominican Republic?

<p>Surgeon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Abelard Luis Cabral openly criticized Trujillo's regime.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were Abelard's two daughters?

<p>Jacquelyn and Astrid</p> Signup and view all the answers

Abelard was an intellectual, but the Reign of _______ was not the best time for a lover of ideas.

<p>Trujillo</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following family members with their roles:

<p>Abelard = Father and Surgeon Socorro = Nurse and Wife Jacquelyn = Favored Daughter Astrid = Daughter</p> Signup and view all the answers

What major event occurred while Beli was recovering in the hospital?

<p>Trujillo was assassinated (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Beli returned to her hometown after being treated at the hospital.

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Who is the narrator of Chapter 4?

<p>Yunior</p> Signup and view all the answers

Yunior met Lola at __________.

<p>Rutgers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characters with their actions:

<p>Beli = Moved to New York Yunior = Wrote fiction and befriended Oscar Oscar = Almost drank himself to death Jenni Munoz = Went out with Oscar</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Yunior do to impress Lola?

<p>Offered to room with Oscar (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Yunior and Oscar became fast friends instantly.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What caused Yunior to feel jealous of Oscar?

<p>Oscar's transformation and self-care efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

Yunior tried to help Oscar by encouraging new diets, __________, and exercise.

<p>avoiding self-criticism</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Yunior's friends treat Oscar?

<p>With bullying (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jenni Munoz allowed Yunior to take her out after their falling out.

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What was a sign that Oscar had on his door?

<p>Sindarin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Before leaving for New York, Beli saw the __________ one last time.

<p>Gangster</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following events with their descriptions:

<p>Beli's Hospital Stay = Recovery from injuries Yunior meeting Lola = Developing a friendship Oscar's first year at Rutgers = Struggled after a rejection Yunior's jealousy = Oscar's positive transformation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What offense was Abelard arrested for?

<p>Slander and Calumny against the President (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Abelard went to Santiago to buy a car.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the friend Abelard confided in?

<p>Marcus</p> Signup and view all the answers

Abelard was arrested and taken to a _______ in Santiago.

<p>prison</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following events with their details:

<p>Abelard's arrest = For slander against the President Socorro's visit = Realized she was pregnant Joke about the Packard = Implied bodies could be in the trunk Abelard's imprisonment = Beaten and in an unsanitary cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long after the jokes did Abelard get arrested?

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Socorro had a dream about a faceless woman.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of vehicle did Abelard drive?

<p>black Packard</p> Signup and view all the answers

Abelard joked about the _______ when opening the trunk.

<p>bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Abelard experience three days after his arrest?

<p>Socorro visited him in prison (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Lola's plan

Lola planned to use $2,000 to travel to Japan or Goa.

Lola's motive

Lola wanted to travel to escape her situation.

Max's death

Max died in a traffic accident, impacting Lola's plans.

Lola's gift

Lola gave Max's mother her $2,000.

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Lola's reaction

Lola cried on the plane back home, causing complaints from passengers.

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Abelard Luis Cabral

Yunior's grandfather, a gifted surgeon with medical experience in Mexico, who returned to the Dominican Republic to start a family.

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Trujillo's Reign

A period in Dominican history characterized by political oppression and limited intellectual freedom.

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Cabral Family Wealth

The family lived in a mansion and seemed well-off.

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Abelard's Secret Thoughts

Abelard outwardly supported Trujillo, but privately opposed violence and oppression.

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Socorro, Jacquelyn, Astrid

Abelard's wife, and two daughters. Jacquelyn was preferred.

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Beli's Affinity

Beli had a strong connection to the "flesh trade" and owned brothels.

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Gangster's Torment

The gangster felt tormented by his own criminal activities.

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Beli's Love

Beli fell in love with the gangster due to shared experiences.

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Beli's Disobedience

Beli defied rules, got fired, re-hired, and eventually quit her job.

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Trujillo Regime Struggle

The Trujillo Regime faced difficulty controlling the gangster who was often absent.

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Beli's Discovery

During a long absence of the gangster Beli revealed his/her love.

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Fiat Dealer's Attack

A fiat dealer attacked Beli, leading to Beli killing him with a whiskey bottle.

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Arquimedes' Rage

Arquimedes had unspoken anger.

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Gangster's Vacation

The gangster took Beli on vacation to Samana, where he was born.

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Gangster's Freedom

The gangster felt a sense of freedom unlike ordinary people.

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Punishment for Santa Domingo

The action taken as a consequence of an action or behavior.

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Reconciliation with mother

The act of mending relationship with, or settling a dispute with a mother.

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"Witchy Feeling"

A strong intuition or feeling of uneasiness, often described as mystical.

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Beli's mother's youth

A past experience related to Beli's mother, often involving a story or wisdom.

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Oscar and Lola's Mother

The main subject of which a primary narrator is telling her story.

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Dominican Republic City

A city in the Dominican Republic, known for a certain characteristic (anti-blackness).

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Anti-Blackness in Bani

The negative attitudes, practices and behaviors targeting black individuals present in Bani (Dominican Republic).

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Prestigious Colegio

A highly regarded educational institution.

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Crushing on a wealthy boy

The emotion of being infatuated or obsessed with a wealthy and entitled male.

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Puberty's biochemical effect, hitting jackpot

The significant impact of developing or entering puberty on one's attraction or relationships.

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Abelard's Arrest

Abelard was arrested by the Secret Police for slander against the President.

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Abelard's Trip to Santiago

Abelard traveled to Santiago to purchase furniture.

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Black Packard

Trujillo's henchmen used a black Packard.

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Abelard's Joke

Abelard joked about possible bodies in his black Packard's trunk.

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Marcus's Role

Abelard confided in his longtime friend, Marcus.

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Socorro's Dream

Socorro dreamt of a faceless man over their bed before Abelard's arrest.

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Abelard's Imprisonment

Abelard was imprisoned in Santiago, beaten, and placed in an unsanitary jail cell.

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Socorro's Prison Visit

Socorro visited Abelard in prison and discovered her pregnancy.

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Political Slander

Abelard's arrest was due to slander against Trujillo, the president.

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Prison Conditions

Abelard was imprisoned with violent criminals in unsanitary conditions.

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Beli's Hospitalization

Beli, after being involved in a situation, was taken to a hospital for recovery.

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Trujillo's Assassination

The news of Trujillo's assassination was reported during Beli's recovery.

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Beli's Trip to New York

La luca facilitated Beli's travel to New York following Trujillo's assassination.

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Beli Sees Gangster

Before leaving, Beli was able to see the Gangster.

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Beli's Departure Age

Beli left for New York at the age of 16.

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Yunior's Name

The narrator, Yunior, reveals his name in chapter 4.

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Yunior and Lola's Affair

Yunior and Lola had an affair during their sophomore year at Rutgers.

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Lola's Guilt Feelings

Lola felt guilty for cheating on her boyfriend.

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Yunior's Freshman Year Crisis

Yunior almost died from drinking in his freshman year after a girl rejected him.

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Oscar's Nerdiness

Oscar's peculiarity and intelligence impressed Yunior, leading to their friendship.

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Yunior and Friends' Bullying

Yunior and his friends started bullying Oscar.

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Oscar and Jenni's Relationship

Oscar and Jenni started spending time together, which led to a change in Oscar's life.

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Yunior's Jealousy

Yunior felt jealous of Oscar's transformation.

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Oscar's Self-Care

Oscar took steps for his self-improvement.

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Yunior and Oscar's Friendship

Yunior and Oscar gradually became friends, eventually experiencing conflicts.

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Yunior Cheating on Girlfriend

Yunior's cheating distracted him from his problems and helped him focus on Oscar.

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Study Notes

Part 1, Chapter 1

  • Protagonist: Oscar de León
  • Age at start of storyline: 7 years old, had 2 girlfriends
  • Relationships: Difficulty with girls as an adult, compared to Porfirio Rubirosa
  • Dating History: Maritza Chacón, Olga Polanco, another classmate, Nelson Pardo
  • Family: Mother would not let his girlfriend into the house, disliked her.
  • School: Don Bosco Tech, an All-Boys Catholic school. Nicknamed "Parigüayo".
  • Interests: Science fiction, fantasy, and comic books; had secret crushes.
  • Experiences: Developed acne, weight gain, and felt inferior. Sister Lola was confident and tried to help him.

Part 1, Chapter 2

  • Narrator: Lola
  • Time Period: 1982-1985
  • Mom's Health: Mother had mastectomy and chemotherapy.
  • Lola's observations: Oscar was afraid of their mother's temper and violence; her mother's expectation for her to be "crushed under her wheel"
  • Lola's actions: Lola shaved her head, ran away with a boyfriend, and returned to her mother eventually.
  • Lola and Oscar's relationship: Lola tried to help Oscar but he deflected.

Part 1, Chapter 3

  • Narrator: Beli Cabral
  • Time Period: 1955-1962
  • Beli's life: She was dark-skinned, lived in Bani; anti-blackness, lived with her mother-aunt who owned a bakery.
  • Beli's ambitions: She won a scholarship. She was outcasted from school.
  • Beli's relationships: Developed crushes and she developed feelings for a cocky, wealthy, entitled boy named Jack Pujols, realized she had power over men.
  • Beli's actions: She had a confrontation at school and was blamed.

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Test your knowledge on the first part of 'The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao', focusing on the early experiences of Oscar de León and the insights from his sister Lola. Explore key themes, character relationships, and notable events from Chapters 1 and 2 of the novel. Perfect for students looking to deepen their understanding of Junot Díaz's work.

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