Palo Seco Quiz

When did the hospital officially close?

• 1972

• 1980

• 1965

• 1990

Why did some patients continue living in Palo Seco after the hospital closed?

• They loved the weather

• They had nowhere else to go

• They didn't know how to live outside

• They were employed there

What did María José say when she heard about the hospital closing?

• How interesting!

• What a relief!

• How sad!

• That's great!

What activities did the patients enjoy in Palo Seco?

• Dancing and watching movies

• Gardening and painting

• Cooking and hiking

• Swimming and fishing

What did Alberto say about the community of Palo Seco?

• It was like a prison

• It was their family

• It was a vacation spot

• It was a school

Why was life in Palo Seco difficult for the patients?

• They were separated from their families

• They had too much work

• They were always sick

• They had no food

What does Alberto do when he visits Palo Seco?

• He reads and remembers his patients

• He goes fishing

• He plants trees

• He cooks meals

What does Yaya say she likes?

• Silence and nature

• Music and dance

• Food and drink

• Art and literature

What did Yaya ask Alberto?

• Where is the cemetery?

• How are you?

• What is your favorite movie?

• Do you like music?

What did Alberto say about the cemetery?

• It's easy to find

• It's like a jungle

• It's very clean

• It's very small