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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What becomes of the negotiations between the Notables and Escobar's negotiator for Santos and Turbay?
(a) A series of offers that gives indications of possible release.
(b) A series of offers and counteroffers that arrives at nothing.
(c) They never occur because Escobar calls them off.
(d) A counter-offer that leaves families fearing for the hostages' lives.

2. How does don Fabio receive Villamizar's request for help?
(a) Don Fabio believes Escobar will no longer listen to his advice.
(b) Don Fabio completely supports him.
(c) Don Fabio is hesitant that Alberto is the right man.
(d) Don Fabio immediately refuses involvement.

3. When is the only time Pacho Santos is required to remain quiet?
(a) When an important futbol game is on.
(b) At every 7:30 evening news.
(c) When the landlady comes by for the monthly rent.
(d) When Escobar calls the house to check on the guards.

4. Who is the first family member to arrive at the scene of Maruja's and Beatriz's abduction?
(a) Dr. Pedro Guerrero, Beatriz's husband.
(b) Germán Montoya, Marina's brother.
(c) Alexandra, Maruja's daughter.
(d) Alberto Villamizar, Maruja's husband.

5. What do the guards mistake Beatriz's profession to be?
(a) A doctor.
(b) A teacher.
(c) A psychotherapist.
(d) A physical therapist.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does President Gaviria make clear to Maza Márquez about rescue missions?

2. How do the kidnappers get Maruja and Beatriz?

3. How do the Prisco brothers play a role in the gang life?

4. What does everyone call the man who seems to lead the kidnapping?

5. What dilemma do judges often face in Medellín?

(see the answer key)

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