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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-13, The Vaquero Never Had a Chance, An Urgent Message, The Patrón.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is a spit used by gauchos?
(a) They never use a spit.
(b) To prod cattle into the corral.
(c) To cook meat.
(d) To defend against wolves.

2. What is a very rich land owner called?
(a) Cabolo.
(b) There is no special name for such a person.
(c) Estanciero.
(d) Patron.

3. What kerchief does Juan wear on Sundays?
(a) His blue one.
(b) None.
(c) His white one.
(d) His red one.

4. How often does Juan go to village dances?
(a) Twice a month.
(b) Rarely.
(c) Weekly.
(d) Never.

5. How is Gitana described?
(a) Gentle.
(b) Dangerous.
(c) Lazy.
(d) Temperamental and cunning.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Pampa seem if looked at from an airplane?

2. How is Señor Muñez first described?

3. Who often gets together to eat and talk?

4. What does Juan tend to do when not working?

5. What does the Vaquero suggest they do?

(see the answer key)

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