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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7: Lake Ipacarai.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Ella upset by what happens to the groom she has hired to care for her horse?
(a) She is worried that Franco will find out what has happened.
(b) She is worried that the horse may now by traumatized.
(c) She is worried that she'll have to hire a new groom.
(d) She is worried about the groom's emotions.

2. Who writes the letter to Franco declaring him President of Paraguay?
(a) Dona Ines.
(b) No letter arrives, Franco declares himself President.
(c) Napoleon Bonaparte.
(d) Don Pedro.

3. In addition to the Obispo Cue, what other building does Franco build for Ella?
(a) An opera house.
(b) A horse stable.
(c) A swimming arena.
(d) A sauna/steamroom.

4. During what month does Ella write a letter rebuking Franco's sisters to Mathilde?
(a) October.
(b) June.
(c) December.
(d) March.

5. How does Franco feel when Ella finds out about his affairs?
(a) He feels betrayed by Ella's snooping.
(b) He feels entitled to as many women as he chooses.
(c) He feels guilty over being found out.
(d) He feels nothing toward Ella's grief.

Short Answer Questions

1. What object of Ella's does Franco stop and pick up when she drops it?

2. At the opening of the novel, where does Ella live?

3. What does Henry Kennedy do for a living?

4. What country is Dom Pedro the president of?

5. How does Ella treat Marie after her accident?

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