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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the General murder the old woman?
(a) So that no one would know the circumstances of his death.
(b) Because she threatened to expose him.
(c) In order to silence his mother.
(d) Because she knew about the two thousand children.

2. How many rooms does Benedicion Alvarado's mansion have?
(a) 9.
(b) 47.
(c) 22.
(d) 11.

3. What does the General think is the underlying cause of rebellion?
(a) The people dislike his policies.
(b) The people object to his cruelty.
(c) The people think him ridiculous.
(d) The people have too much time to think.

4. Where did Benedicion Alvarado prefer to live?
(a) On the outdoor patio.
(b) In the grand room.
(c) In the servants' quarters.
(d) In the city.

5. How many officers obey the General's command?
(a) 19.
(b) All.
(c) None.
(d) 1.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Aguilar arrive at the banquet?

2. Which of the General's body parts seems out of proportion to the narrator?

3. What happens to the bands who sack the Presidential Palace?

4. What does the General flavor his water with?

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

(see the answer key)

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