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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. Who does Franco put in charge of ground forces in Brazil?
(a) His son.
(b) His cousin.
(c) His brother-in-law.
(d) His uncle.

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

3. When Franco begins his war with Brazil, who does he liken himself to in battle?
(a) God.
(b) His father.
(c) Napoleon.
(d) George Washington.

4. After a quick questioning, what ailment does Dr. Mastermind discover that Maria Olivia is suffering from?
(a) Kidney stones.
(b) Syphilis.
(c) Asthma.
(d) Rheumatism.

5. At the time when the Brazilian steamers arrive in Asuncion, how many cannons does the city have to protect itself with?
(a) None.
(b) Three.
(c) One.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What effect is the surge of troops having on the people of Paraguay?

3. Why does the previous dictator of Paraguay order people to stay in their homes while he travels?

4. How many Brazilian steamers arrive in Asuncion on the day that the people begin to riot?

5. What do many of the Paraguayan soldiers suffer from due to their diet?

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