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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following statements does not describe Zacul in Ford's first impression of him?
(a) He is glassy eyed.
(b) He repeatedly clears his throat.
(c) He taps his fingers incessantly.
(d) He shifts his weight from foot to foot.

2. Which of the following sports teams did Riviera once hear drafted Fidel Castro?
(a) The Redskins.
(b) The Mets.
(c) The Giants.
(d) The Packers.

3. Which of the following precious gems erupts from the water when Zacul's boat explodes?
(a) Emeralds.
(b) Sapphires.
(c) Diamonds.
(d) Rubies.

4. At what time of day do Ford and Tomlinson leave Costa Rica for Masagua?
(a) 8:00 am.
(b) 4:00 pm.
(c) Noon.
(d) Midnight.

5. What type of building is the injured Ford held in while he recuperates in Managua?
(a) A school.
(b) A convent.
(c) A hospital.
(d) A motel.

6. What does Ford use to cut the meat he prepares for Zacul and his men?
(a) Scissors.
(b) A sharp stick.
(c) A machete.
(d) Clam shells.

7. What is the name of the song the three-piece jazz band plays at the bar Ford visits with Wendy Stafford?
(a) Silk Dress.
(b) Satin Doll.
(c) Cotton Shoes.
(d) Plaid Pajamas.

8. What type of Indian is Creno?
(a) Siknis Indian.
(b) Miskito Indian.
(c) Garifuna Indian.
(d) Zambo Indian.

9. How do Ford and Tomlinson travel from Riviera's home to Masagua?
(a) On foot.
(b) On horseback.
(c) By car.
(d) By train.

10. What is the maximum number of beers Ford will drink in one day?
(a) Nine.
(b) Six.
(c) Three.
(d) Twelve.

11. Who is in charge of transporting Hollins's ashes?
(a) Hollins' ex-wife
(b) Hollins' brother.
(c) Ford.
(d) Hollins' mother.

12. What is the name of the group of rebel soldiers in Masagua?
(a) The Raging Waters.
(b) The Shining Path.
(c) The Good Earth.
(d) The Silver Star.

13. What reason does Ford give his interrogators as to why he is in Masagua?
(a) He claims he is researching religions.
(b) He claims he is smuggling art.
(c) He claims he is taking photographs.
(d) He claims he is searching for a missing boy.

14. How far is Masagua from General Riviera's home?
(a) 50 miles.
(b) 150 miles.
(c) 200 miles.
(d) 100 miles.

15. Which of the following adjectives best describes the soldiers that were in charge of guarding Tomlinson and Ford during their transportation?
(a) Young.
(b) Kind.
(c) Fat.
(d) Old.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who gives Ford a run-down of the histories of each of Zacul's prisoners?

2. How many people show up for Hollins's funeral?

3. Which of the following characters confronts Ford about his relationship with Dr. Braun-Richards?

4. What animal does Ford watch pee upon drunks in the Mayan streets?

5. What color is the vase Hollins's ashes are stored in?

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