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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14: San Fernando.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of resistance do the Paraguayan ground troops meet in Brazil?
(a) They meet an overwhelming amount of resistance but are victorious.
(b) They meet no resistance at all as Brazil surrenders.
(c) They meet so much resistance that they must retreat.
(d) They meet very little resistance and ease through the terrain.

2. In what city of Paraguay do Franco and his family live?
(a) Obligato.
(b) Asuncion.
(c) Horqueta.
(d) Concepcion.

3. What country does the Banda Oriental belong to?
(a) Brazil.
(b) Uraguay.
(c) Paraguay.
(d) Argentina.

4. What do many of the Paraguayan soldiers suffer from due to their diet?
(a) Obesity.
(b) Influenza.
(c) Kidney stones.
(d) Dysentery.

5. Why does the bishop refuse to baptize Juan Francisco?
(a) Because he believes the baby is possessed.
(b) Because the bishop has been paid to ignore Ella's request.
(c) Because Franco and Ella aren't married.
(d) Because Franco and Ella aren't members of the church.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the time when the Brazilian steamers arrive in Asuncion, how many cannons does the city have to protect itself with?

2. During what month does Ella write a letter rebuking Franco's sisters to Mathilde?

3. Which character is described as being "appealed" with the wasted golden opportunity for the Brazilians?

4. Which of the following is NOT a common practice of the Paraguayan troops?

5. What threat does Franco's uncle threaten to any bishop who dares to baptize Juan Francisco?

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