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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what time did the General always begin the day?
(a) 9 a.m.
(b) 1 p.m.
(c) After 11 a.m.
(d) Before 5 a.m.

2. How did the General sign decrees?
(a) Seal.
(b) Thumbprint.
(c) His Initials.
(d) An X.

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

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

5. Where does the General sit as the comet passes over?
(a) Across from Manuela.
(b) Between Manuela and her mother.
(c) On the stairs of Manuela's house.
(d) At the foot of Manuela's bed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the General think is the underlying cause of rebellion?

2. What does the General flavor his water with?

3. How many bars, bolts and locks does the General fasten before urinating on the portable latrine?

4. What reason did Benedicion Alvarado give for her housing preference?

5. According to Aragones, who put the General in power?

(see the answer key)

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