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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 14-17, Bolas, The Match, Itchy Hoofs, To Iguaçu.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What animal does Pedro see at the opening of Chapter 1?
(a) A coyote.
(b) A llama.
(c) A horse.
(d) A donkey.

2. Why is Juan angry with Pedro?
(a) Pedro let Paco ride Chúcaro before Juan does.
(b) Pedro let his cousin ride Chúcaro before Juan does.
(c) Pedro tried to ride Chúcaro alone.
(d) Pedro is considering selling Chúcaro.

3. What is Armando doing when Pedro arrives with Chúcaro?
(a) Eating.
(b) Practicing in the corral.
(c) Yelling at his father.
(d) Sulking in the barn.

4. How long will it take for them to get there?
(a) 6 months.
(b) 2-3 weeks.
(c) 2-3 months.
(d) A week.

5. What did the author of Juan's most important post card forget?
(a) To put a stamp on it.
(b) To put Juan's last name on the land title.
(c) To say what date the card is written.
(d) To include a return address.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Juan want to avoid doing until after the match?

2. What is Juan's singing voice like?

3. What is a currycomb?

4. How do gauchos usually cook their meat?

5. What are the Pampas?

(see the answer key)

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