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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Maruja's reaction to the communiqué concerning her impending release?
(a) She is doubtful.
(b) She is ecstatic.
(c) She does not believe it to be true.
(d) She is in shock.

2. Escobar does not want a firing range at the prison because he believes it is what?
(a) A practice range for the Elite Corps.
(b) A place where he will have to watch some of his guards pay their penalty.
(c) A place where prisoners are the targets.
(d) An area that will inhibit his future plans to escape.

3. What message do the Santos' send Pacho in "El Tiempo" when they hear he will be released soon?
(a) A family picture of Hernando with Pacho's wife and kids.
(b) An article about keeping hope alive.
(c) A column about freedom.
(d) A picture of Pacho's family in his home with a spot saved for him.

4. What is Escobar's main negotiation issue with only Maruja and Pacho left as hostages?
(a) Safety of his family when he surrenders.
(b) The safety of the Medellín boys in the slums.
(c) A prison he is willing to surrender to.
(d) Security of his money while he is imprisoned.

5. What shocks Beatriz and Maruja the night Beatriz leaves?
(a) Their reflections in the mirror.
(b) Damaris is angry Beatriz has to go.
(c) One of the guards cries when Beatriz hugs him goodbye.
(d) Beatriz' clothes are tight-fitting.

Short Answer Questions

1. What dilemma do judges often face in Medellín?

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

3. What mysteriously arrives at Villamizar's door after life has seemingly returned to normal?

4. What is one thing that can break Maruja's bond with the nicer set of guards?

5. What happens that gives Pacho an opportunity to escape?

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