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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Leticia's funeral, what does the General do to the birds?
(a) He feeds them Cantorina with an eyedropper.
(b) He releases them at Benedicion's mansion.
(c) He smothers them one by one.
(d) He stares at them, wondering where their voices have gone.

2. Who was the last diplomat to produce credentials in the Nation?
(a) Patricio Aragones.
(b) Ambassador Smith.
(c) The General.
(d) Ambassador Palmerston.

3. What is Demetrius Aldous's nickname?
(a) The Nuncio.
(b) Pretty Boy.
(c) The Eritrene.
(d) Miss Vatican.

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

5. How does the General kill the old woman?
(a) He breaks her neck.
(b) He poisons her food.
(c) He strangles her with a strap from his spur.
(d) He throws her to the man-eating dogs.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the only general to not consume alcohol?

2. When does the comet pass by Manuela Sanchez's house?

3. At what time does Major General Rodrigo de Aguilar arrive at the banquet?

4. In which activity is General Rodrigo de Aguilar authorized to beat the General?

5. How does the General disguise his inability to speak?

(see the answer key)

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