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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter VI, pages 171-180.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What has Don Jaime always dreamed of inventing?
(a) The strongest sword.
(b) The perfect defense.
(c) The perfect swipe.
(d) The perfect thrust.

2. What country did Don Jaime settle down in in 1850?
(a) France.
(b) Spain.
(c) Germany.
(d) Italy.

3. Why does Don Jaime refuse to train Adela?
(a) He has never taught a woman.
(b) She does not have enough money.
(c) He would be laughed at.
(d) She is too beautiful.

4. What member of the nobility does Dona Adela say she is interested in?
(a) Don Iniesta.
(b) Don Jose.
(c) Don Campari.
(d) Don Luis.

5. How does Jaime anger Adela during the first bout?
(a) He doesn't fight well.
(b) He refuses to strike her.
(c) Her calls her weak.
(d) He disarms her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Don Jaime think modern views of fencing diminish its value?

2. Why does Don Jaime leave the cafe early?

3. Who does Carceles think is talking to him instead of Don Jaime?

4. What is the time of year at the beginning of this section?

5. Who are the Civil Guard fighting outside?

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