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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 14-17, Bolas, The Match, Itchy Hoofs, To Iguaçu.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is this story set?
(a) In Central America.
(b) Between the Andes and the Atlantic Ocean.
(c) In the plains of the Dakotas of the United States.
(d) In Brazil.

2. What is the name of the country where Pedro lives?
(a) The United States.
(b) Brazil.
(c) Guatamala.
(d) Argentina.

3. Why does Juan throw something to Pedrito?
(a) Because Pedrito had been ill and was now well enough to eat.
(b) He is crying.
(c) To make him stop hitting the dog.
(d) To give him money to buy a sweet.

4. What causes Señor Muñez a great deal of stress?
(a) The death of his father.
(b) The death of his first daughter.
(c) The serious injury his eldest son had.
(d) Decision making.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Chúcaro do after Pedro leaves?

2. How does Juan feel about the mayordomo who lives near Juan?

3. What mystery is discussed at the opening of Chapter 9?

4. What do some people think Juan has captured?

5. Why does Muñez think Armando will be successful with Chúcaro?

(see the answer key)

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