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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the "El Especador," what new demand is Escobar asking for?

2. What dilemma do judges often face in Medellín?

3. Where does Father Herreros start his involvement concerning Escobar?

4. What does "Doctor" suggest Maruja do when they talk?

5. How old is Escobar when he is imprisoned?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Ten hostages are taken by the Extraditables. Some are imprisoned for over 6 months while others are released earlier. Each of their situations is different, but some comparisons are still there. Describe the consequences of imprisonment on a hostage physically and psychologically. Consider the different hostages and how they are treated.

Essay Topic 2

Describe Diana Turbay's character as seen through her past work and time spent in captivity. What words best describe her? What is she like as a person? A journalist?

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay describing Nydia's story. What is her fight like from the day Diana is captured to the day she learns Diana is in the hospital? Is her fight over when Diana dies?

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