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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14: San Fernando.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT a common practice of the Paraguayan troops?
(a) Pillaging villages.
(b) Setting homes on fire.
(c) Shooting troops as they attempt to surrender.
(d) Raping women.

2. Why does the previous dictator of Paraguay order people to stay in their homes while he travels?
(a) He was hideously ugly and didn't want his people to see him.
(b) He was constantly being robbed.
(c) He was so afraid of being killed.
(d) He was afraid of catching their diseases.

3. Where do Paraguayan forces find their first set of Brazilians to imprison?
(a) On a steamer.
(b) On a cruise ship.
(c) On a yacht.
(d) On a fishing boat.

4. On what part of Franco's body must Dr. Mastermind attempt surgery?
(a) On his stomach.
(b) On his toes.
(c) On his fingers.
(d) On his teeth.

5. How does the Humaita Fort block entrance to their rivers?
(a) With sandbags.
(b) With chains.
(c) With sharp metal spikes.
(d) With military men.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the bishop refuse to baptize Juan Francisco?

2. What threat does Franco's uncle threaten to any bishop who dares to baptize Juan Francisco?

3. What type of resistance do the Paraguayan ground troops meet in Brazil?

4. What effect is the surge of troops having on the people of Paraguay?

5. When Franco begins his war with Brazil, who does he liken himself to in battle?

(see the answer key)

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