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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Prologue, Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where had Pablo's mother been visiting on the day of his murder?
(a) A medical clinic.
(b) The Catholic Church.
(c) A shopping center.
(d) The Internet cafe.

2. What South American city does the author state is the most exciting place to be in 1948?
(a) Bueno Airos.
(b) Bogota.
(c) Sao Paulo.
(d) Lima.

3. What does the author say stalks Colombia like a biblical plague?
(a) Drug trafficking.
(b) Theft.
(c) Violence.
(d) Politics.

4. How does the author describe Martinez's sense of humor?
(a) Crisp and quiet.
(b) Subtle yet biting.
(c) Fun and stomach churning.
(d) Sharp and cruel.

5. What kind of business did Martinez's father run?
(a) A bar.
(b) A restaurant.
(c) A hotel.
(d) A cafeteria.

Short Answer Questions

1. What famous figure does Bowden compare Pablo's mustache to?

2. What is Pablo's pet name for his wife?

3. What is Pablo's drug of choice?

4. What kind of shoes does Pablo like to wear?

5. What is Hugo Martinez's rank in the police force?

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