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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17: Aquidaban River.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the previous dictator of Paraguay order people to stay in their homes while he travels?
(a) He was hideously ugly and didn't want his people to see him.
(b) He was constantly being robbed.
(c) He was afraid of catching their diseases.
(d) He was so afraid of being killed.

2. Who does Charles Washburn think is ill-prepared to deal with arrest and torture?
(a) Benigno Lopez.
(b) Vinciendo Lopez.
(c) Dr. Kennedy.
(d) Dr. Mastermind.

3. What does Charles Washburn think of the Lopez dynasty?
(a) That they are a monarchy.
(b) That they are a tyranny.
(c) That they are an empire.
(d) That they are a sound political party.

4. Upon arriving in Buenos Ayres, how does Ella feel about Dimitri?
(a) She wishes him dead.
(b) She is amused by their past relationship.
(c) She still worries about him.
(d) She has completely forgotten him.

5. Who writes letters home to Yvette pretending to be Maria?
(a) Dona Ines.
(b) Rosaria.
(c) Ella.
(d) Maria Olivia.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Franco demand from all the women in Paraguay to help support his war against Brazil?

2. During what month of the year does Ella and company finally arrive in Buenos Ayres?

3. What is the name of Franco's apothecary general?

4. To whom is Princess Mathilde reportedly related to?

5. What have the Lopez children been forced to leave behind as they flee to San Fernando?

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