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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the old gringo believe is the fate of every revolutionary?
(a) To die young.
(b) To be feared by the public.
(c) To be remembered fondly.
(d) To become a tyrant.

2. What sound do the old gringo and Harriet hear, which they think is gunshots?
(a) Gunshots.
(b) Blacksmith hammers.
(c) Horses galloping by.
(d) Fireworks.

3. Which of the following does NOT surprise the old gringo when he arrives in Mexico?
(a) The amount of people on the streets.
(b) The height of the buildings.
(c) The youth of the nation.
(d) The modern cars.

4. What part of battle does the old gringo think will be the most exciting and noble?
(a) Loading ammunition for the soldiers.
(b) Working as a spy in enemy quarters.
(c) Fighting on the front lines.
(d) Caring for the injured.

5. Why has Harriet come to Mexico?
(a) To work on her art.
(b) To fight in the war.
(c) To study.
(d) To teach.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the old gringo think about after he witnesses the explosion?

2. Where does Harriet sleep at night?

3. How does General Arroyo feel about the hacienda?

4. Which of the following items does NOT adorn the statue of Jesus hanging on the cross during the Mexican fiesta?

5. What type of person does the old gringo compare General Arroyo to?

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