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

Short Answer Questions

1. When is the only time Pacho Santos is required to remain quiet?

2. What is Maruja's reaction to the communiqué concerning her impending release?

3. What opportunity for possible freedom arises when Gorilla is having chest pains?

4. What encourages Escobar to continue communiqués with Villamizar?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many of the criminals are very religious, including Escobar, the guards, and household owners who threaten the hostages. Write about how a person can live a criminal life and be religious at the same time.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the negotiations between Guido Parra and the hostages' families. What is Parra's motivation? How does he overstep his boundaries?

Essay Topic 3

Research psychological effects on hostages and how it inhibits them from escaping when the opportunity arises. Maruja and Beatriz have an opportunity but decide not to risk it. Pacho has a chance but realizes it a little too late. How do months of imprisonment convince hostages that it is easier to stay put? How does treatment from the guards affect their decision that it is too risky to escape?

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