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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the current leader of Mexico at the time of the book?
(a) Manuel González.
(b) Francisco I. Madero.
(c) Porfirio Diaz.
(d) Juan N. Méndez.

2. How does the old gringo say goodbye to Harriet before leaving for Zacatecas?
(a) He shakes her hand.
(b) He kisses her.
(c) He does not say goodbye.
(d) He hugs her.

3. What type of accent does Harriet have?
(a) British.
(b) Southern.
(c) East coast.
(d) New England.

4. Where does Harriet sleep at night?
(a) In the woods.
(b) In the train car.
(c) In the old gringo's tent.
(d) In a small wooden hut by the river.

5. With what weapon does General Arroyo threaten Harriet when he hears about her reaction to the fire?
(a) A slingshot.
(b) A whip.
(c) A sword.
(d) A gun.

Short Answer Questions

1. Pancho Villa jokes with reporters about relocating north to where?

2. How old is Harriet when she arrives in Mexico?

3. How long have Harriet and Mr. Delaney been dating?

4. Where are the traveling group taking the body of the old gringo?

5. How does the old gringo feel when he thinks back on his time in the Civil War?

(see the answer key)

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