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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 do gauchos usually cook their meat?
(a) In stews.
(b) In pits on hot stones.
(c) Boiled with potatoes.
(d) On a grill over an open fire.

2. Why does Muñez think Armando will be successful with Chúcaro?
(a) Because Armando loves horses.
(b) Because Muñez has spent much money on horse teachers for Armando.
(c) Because Armand is good at everything he does.
(d) Because Armando just won first place in a roping contest.

3. What is one of the most vexing aspects of the weather on the Pampas?
(a) Blizzards.
(b) The sun is quite hot at times.
(c) Tornadoes.
(d) Flooding.

4. What does the Vaquero suggest they do?
(a) Let Chúcaro decide whether he wanted to be owned by Pedro or Armando.
(b) Leave that night.
(c) Call his brother-in-law who is a lawyer.
(d) Call his brother who is a lawyer.

5. Why does the mayordomo who lives near Juan and Pedro inspire awe?
(a) He is over six feet tall.
(b) He can break any horse for riding within an hour.
(c) He can pick up a young hefer.
(d) He can out ride anyone in the area.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Juan promise to do?

2. How is Señor Muñez first described?

3. Why do the people on the ranch gossip about Juan?

4. For what is the Ombu good?

5. What does the Vaquero report about Chúcaro?

(see the answer key)

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