The News from Paraguay | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Chapter 1: Paris

1. At the opening of the novel, where does Ella live?

In Paris.

2. What object of Ella's does Franco stop and pick up when she drops it?

A feather from her hat.

3. To whom is Princess Mathilde reportedly related to?

Napoleon.

4. How old is Ella when she leaves her childhood home and changes her name?

Ten-years-old.

5. How many times has Ella been married since leaving home?

Once.

6. What is the nationality of Dimitri, Ella's live-in man?

He is Russian.

7. Who is Marie?

Ella's servant.

8. What does Franco deliver to Ella's home, bribing the doorman to give to her?

His calling card.

9. Which war does Dimitri leave Ella to go fight?

The Crimean War.

10. In what country is Franco's father president?

Paraguay.

11. What does Ella find most attractive about Franco?

His money.

12. What color is...
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