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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The kidnappings are bargains to negotiate what?
(a) A drug trafficker's punishment.
(b) Escobar's freedom.
(c) A drug trafficker's ability to leave Colombia.
(d) Escobar's ability to gain office in government.

2. What do the guards use to hide Pacho's face as they drive to his release point?
(a) A book.
(b) A scarf.
(c) A ski mask.
(d) A makeshift hood from an old sweat suit.

3. From the list below, which is one example of the relaxed freedom given to Marina, Maruja, and Beatriz?
(a) They can stand without asking for permission.
(b) They can talk freely in regular voice volumes.
(c) They can go to the bathroom when they wish.
(d) They can request certain meals a few times a week.

4. What stops Maruja's thoughts of an escape through the courtyard?
(a) The man in black Marina once saw is real to Maruja.
(b) The German shepherd is trained to bark at her.
(c) She sees an armed guard right outside.
(d) Two guards now take walks with her instead of just Damaris.

5. Who founded the New Liberalism Party?
(a) Gloria Pachón, Beatriz's sister.
(b) Luis Carlos Galán, Beatriz's brother.
(c) Alberto Villamizar, Maruja's husband.
(d) Luis Carlos Galán, Maruja's brother in-law.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Escobar first begins his business with the drug cartel, how do the people of Medellín view them?

2. Who remains after the series of hostage releases in late 1990?

3. What television program is the first to announce the release?

4. Who is the first family member to arrive at the scene of Maruja's and Beatriz's abduction?

5. What does Maruja threaten to do if she does not receive a radio and television?

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