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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-5, My Names, Benja's First Night.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As a night guard, what does Pato usually do?
(a) He takes them extra times to the latrine.
(b) He waked them every hour.
(c) He sneaks them water.
(d) He drinks booze and falls asleep.

2. What is the guards' euphemism for death and burial?
(a) "See how the radishes grow."
(b) "The end of the day."
(c) "Eternal darkness."
(d) "Back to the beginning."

3. What was Partnoy's weight during her captivity?
(a) 75 pounds.
(b) 105 pounds.
(c) 135 pounds.
(d) 95 pounds.

4. What letters does Partnoy read on the house when she arrives at the Little School?
(a) P.P., Politica Peron.
(b) O.A., Organizacion Argentina.
(c) G.L., El Grupo Libres.
(d) A.A.A., Alianza Anticomunita Argentina.

5. How can Alicia touch Benja in his position?
(a) She can touch her hands to his feet.
(b) She can tough her back to his back.
(c) She can touch her cheek to his forehead.
(d) She can touch her feet to his hands.

Short Answer Questions

1. What idea do Loro and Bruja force on the prisoners for their entertainment?

2. What physical trait does Alicia note about Patichoti?

3. Though the game is cruel, what does Alicia secretly enjoy?

4. What color is Alicia's dress as she peeps under her blindfold?

5. Why does the guard turn on the radio?

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