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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which press was able to cover the visit of Eva, but was not allowed to criticize anything about the visit?

2. Who moved to Buenos Aires in order to help Eva organize her own acting troupe?

3. What was the name of the largest city in South America at the time?

4. The election that was held on February 24th was the first ________ election since 1928.

5. In Argentina, the ________ class was formed by second and third generation immigrants.

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Eva need her mother for as she began to grow interested in becoming an actress?

2. What was interesting about the way that the Spanish press covered the visit of Eva and Peron?

3. What was the original reason why Eva was going to go to Europe in 1947, according to the book?

4. What did people who opposed Colonel Peron think about him and his ability and power as a ruler?

5. How many children did Juan and Juana have and what were their names?

6. What was the five-year plan that Peron introduced in order to help Argentina?

7. What was the result of the presidential election, leading to a new era in the Argentinian government, according to the book?

8. What allegedly happened with the tango singer that caused Evita to want a new life for herself?

9. What did Eva do in order to try to get mentioned by the media, according to the book?

10. What did Colonel Peron have to say about his opponent, Braden, when they were running for President?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Eva's visit to Europe was not as politically successful as one might have hoped.

Part 1: Why do you think that Eva decided to visit all of Europe?

Part 2: How do you think Eva was seen by the rest of the world?

Part 3: What do you think of politicians that visit other countries?

Essay Topic 2

The culture in Buenos Aires at the time was turbulent, with many classes fighting for rights and power.

Part 1: Why do you think that the economic climate was so turbulent during that time?

Part 2: What do you think about the current class structure where you live?

Part 3: How do you think your economic class impacts your life?

Essay Topic 3

Eva was eventually taught proper manners as she continued to become more visible and active in politics.

Part 1: Why do you think Eva decided to become more active in the political affairs?

Part 2: Do you think that Eva was the right person to handle the political affairs that she did?

Part 3: How did Eva's actions impact Peron's influence in the country?

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