View a FREE sample

This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The feelings of the kidnappers during the abduction can be described as __________.
(a) Nervy.
(b) Confident.
(c) Calm.
(d) Rigid.

2. How do the police know how to reach Beatriz's husband?
(a) Beatriz and her husband are well-known politicians.
(b) Alberto Villamizar informs them.
(c) Beatriz's husband reaches them first when he hears the news report.
(d) A note in her bag says to call him in case of an emergency.

3. Who becomes a strong supporter for Hernando Santos when his son, Francisco Santos, is abducted?
(a) His brother.
(b) His wife.
(c) His other sons.
(d) His daughter-in-law.

4. Of the noted men that turn themselves in after Decree 3030, what is the biggest influence that causes them to surrender?
(a) The fear of extradition.
(b) The fear of execution.
(c) The women in the family.
(d) A sign from the Holy Infant.

5. Why is Germán Montoya an important man?
(a) He is the man that ousted the Virgilio Barco government.
(b) He had been Secretary General to the President.
(c) He is responsible for the M-19 downfall.
(d) He helps write the drug trafficking laws.

6. Maruja and Beatriz are soon joined by another hostage. When was this person kidnapped?
(a) Spring of 1990.
(b) Three months earlier.
(c) The previous week.
(d) The same day.

7. What major term is Decree 3030 missing that angers Escobar?
(a) Safety for his family.
(b) Multiple sentences issue.
(c) Secure prison from his enemies.
(d) Extradition issue.

8. How does Nydia achieve contact with Escobar?
(a) Through the Ochoa sisters.
(b) Through the Ochoa brothers.
(c) Through Guido Parra.
(d) Through his sister-in-law.

9. How is Diana distracted after her separation from Azucena?
(a) She turns to praying to the Holy Infant.
(b) She is told she can write apology letters to her crew's families.
(c) She is told she can write letters to her husband.
(d) She is told she will have an interview with Escobar.

10. What advice does the German journalist give Nydia?
(a) To use the media to get the public on her side.
(b) To put greater pressure on the president.
(c) To prevent an armed rescue at all costs.
(d) To continue her prayers to the Holy Infant.

11. Who is allowed to visit Marina and Beatriz in January?
(a) Rafael Pardo.
(b) A doctor.
(c) Alberto Villamizar.
(d) Guido Parra.

12. What does President Gaviria make clear to Maza Márquez about rescue missions?
(a) No rescue missions without safety of arms.
(b) No armed rescue missions without family consent.
(c) There will be no rescue attempts at any cost.
(d) Plans for a rescue mission should begin right away.

13. What does everyone call the man who seems to lead the kidnapping?
(a) "Doc."
(b) "Doctor."
(c) "Master."
(d) "Sir."

14. What is Juan Vitto prescribed when a doctor visits?
(a) More reading.
(b) Over the counter ibuprofen.
(c) Tranquilizers.
(d) Alcohol.

15. Who is the first to know that Diana and Santos' kidnappings are the works of Escobar?
(a) Hernando Santos.
(b) The media.
(c) Former president Turbay.
(d) César Gaviria.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do drug traffickers fear most for punishment?

2. Who founded the New Liberalism Party?

3. According to the head of the National Police, why is there an armed raid that rescues Diana and Richard?

4. After the Notables negotiation failure, what news does Pardo give Villamizar to have something to look forward to?

5. How does law enforcement identify the body of the first hostage executed?

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 626 words (approx. 3 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample