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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1952, how many members were in Eva's organization, all supporting Peron's ideas and actions?

2. Eva's book was to be called "My ________ in Life," according to the research done in this book.

3. Who gave a speech about all of Eva's accomplishments, which was something this person never did before?

4. During what year was Peron removed from the government because of his actions?

5. Eva continued her work, speaking out about the injustices of _________ in her speeches.

Short Essay Questions

1. What did the press have to say about the story when Eva fainted at an event?

2. What was the goal of the Eva Peron Foundation that was created, according to the book?

3. What was the medical treatment that Eva eventually had that allowed her to improve?

4. What was the thematic uniqueness of the rock opera made of Eva's life?

5. What are some of the ways in which Argentines see Eva today?

6. What was the task of Dr. Ara after the death of Eva, according to the book?

7. What happened once the Argentine press was able to say anything it wanted to say?

8. What were the challenges facing Peron's power at the time when Eva began to be more powerful?

9. What were two of the laws that Peron pushed through during his presidency, one good and one with possible negative consequences?

10. What did Eva and other female Peronists began to speak about?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Culture in Argentina flourished during the time of the Oligarchs.

Part 1: Why do you think culture is so important in society? Or is it?

Part 2: How do you think the culture in your home country has flourished?

Part 3: Can culture flourish without there being an upper class who can afford better things?

Essay Topic 2

Eva began to grow in popularity as an actress and as a radio actress, even though she began to hide her past.

Part 1: Do you think that Eva should have hidden her past?

Part 2: Why do you think Eva was so keen to hide where she was from?

Part 3: How do you think hiding your own past might impact your future?

Essay Topic 3

Evita began to give the speeches for Peron, helping him to seem like the sole leader in the worker's movement.

Part 1: Why was it a good idea to have Evita read the speeches for Peron?

Part 2: Do you think that Peron should have read his own speeches and reached out to the people?

Part 3: How do you think Evita's presence changed the way that Peron was perceived?

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