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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Marez family refer to Ultima as la Grande?
(a) La Grande is Ultima's middle name.
(b) It is a nickname.
(c) La Grande refers to the part of the country which Ultima was born.
(d) La Grande is a term of endearment.

2. Why does Antonio's father not like priests?
(a) Antonio's father had seen a priest beat his grandfather.
(b) Antonio's father had beaten a priest after an argument.
(c) Antonio's grandfather did not approve of priests.
(d) Antonio's grandfather had beaten a priest for preaching against his grandfather.

3. What plant provides the greatest magical power?
(a) Cactus seeds eliminate bad breath.
(b) Osha cures coughs and colds.
(c) Oregano reduces high fever.
(d) Yerba del manso heals burns, sores and bleeding.

4. What does the sun represent?
(a) The soul of the owl.
(b) The residents of Guadalupe.
(c) The Luna men.
(d) The men of llano.

5. What is the relationship between the owl and la Virgen de Guadalupe?
(a) La Virgen de Guadalupe will destroy the owl.
(b) The owl represents Ultima's sorcery over la Virgen de Guadalupe.
(c) Antonio dreams the owl lifts la Virgen de Guadalupe to fly her to heaven.
(d) The owl takes all of la Virgen de Guadalupe babies up to heaven.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Marez family do at the end of supper?

2. What time of the year do Antonio and Ultima roam the countryside looking for herbs?

3. What occupation was Antonio's father before marrying his mother?

4. What did Ultima teach Antonio about the river?

5. How does Horse gain his nickname?

(see the answer key)

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