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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 does Pedro want to keep Chúcaro?
(a) In a barn.
(b) Free on the Pampas.
(c) In the corral.
(d) Inside.

2. What did the author of Juan's most important post card forget?
(a) To put Juan's last name on the land title.
(b) To include a return address.
(c) To put a stamp on it.
(d) To say what date the card is written.

3. What happens when a gaucho throws the thing Juan is making?
(a) It wraps around the feet of an animal.
(b) It spreads out to catch birds in the air.
(c) It will take out a rabbit if thrown correctly.
(d) It returns to the thrower after hitting its target.

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

5. What does Pedro do successfully with his father?
(a) Builds a safer chicken house because of the coyote.
(b) Delivers the llama's cria.
(c) Lassoes a horse.
(d) Kills and skins a coyote.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Ombu?

2. What is a casita?

3. Who is Armando?

4. What does scratching signify to Chúcaro?

5. What news travels fast in the area?

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