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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three (to page 191),.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What astronomical sight does Ernie mention seeing during his last year in Jalco?
(a) Halley's Comet.
(b) A lunar eclipse.
(c) Sighting of Venus.
(d) A falling star.

2. What is the central theme of Cleofas' version of Jalco's history?
(a) War.
(b) Freedom.
(c) Survival.
(d) Famine.

3. What is suggested after the author's stories circulate at a scholarly meeting?
(a) That he write a book.
(b) That he make a movie.
(c) That he stop telling stories.
(d) That he speak at more scholarly meetings.

4. While staying in Acaponeta, where do Ernie and his mother spend Sunday afternoons?
(a) The market.
(b) The river.
(c) Church.
(d) The orchard.

5. How many school are there in the village of Jalcocotbn?
(a) Two.
(b) One.
(c) None.
(d) Four.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ernie call his Aunt Ester?

2. Where does Henriqueta hide her money when the soldiers come into town?

3. What does Ernie's mother have him take to Juan-Chon while on the train?

4. According to Part One, Sections 9 and 10, who is campaigning against Don Porfirio for the presidency?

5. What sign tells Ernie and Henriqueta that Josy has had a successful day of work when he returns home?

(see the answer key)

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