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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Easter edict proclaim?
(a) All produce in the market is subject to confiscation by Leticia.
(b) All clergy are welcome within the nation.
(c) Political opinions are to be strictly regulated and censored unless they comply with the party line.
(d) No one can be tried for a difference in opinion.

2. What does the second bulletin released after the General's death declare?
(a) The General has requested more time alone.
(b) The General has a family emergency and must sequester himself.
(c) The General has taken a religious vow of isolation for 30 days.
(d) The General has fallen to an ailment related to his increased years.

3. What does Ambassador Wilson bring to the General to console him?
(a) Dutch prostitutes.
(b) Candy from Baltimore and gentleman's magazines.
(c) Specialty steaks and fine wines.
(d) A portrait of Leticia and Emanuel.

4. According to rumor, what determined the General's lifespan?
(a) The phases of the moon.
(b) The cycles of the comet.
(c) The tides of the sea.
(d) Human time.

5. How many maids did Bendicion Alvarado receive?
(a) None.
(b) 6.
(c) 1.
(d) 4.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which item in the palace gives proof to the legend that bullets would pass through the General's body without harming him?

2. Where do the lepers live?

3. How does Leticia legally steal from merchants at the market?

4. Which animal part are the General's hands compared to?

5. Which omen caused the General to change the date of a public appearance?

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