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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6 From Independence to the Revolution.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What metaphor does Paz use to describe Mexico taking control from Spain?
(a) A phoenix rising from the ashes.
(b) A corpse dismembered and a nation born.
(c) A lion cub overtaking its elderly parent.
(d) A young man finally realizing his strength.

2. How did Paz consider his philosophical questions?
(a) As the only means to find answers.
(b) As an excuse for not facing reality.
(c) As meaningful only if they addressed the question of Mexican identity.
(d) As a waste of time.

3. What is the difference between the Mexican killer and the modern one?
(a) The Mexican obliterates an object, not a man.
(b) Only the Mexican killer expresses true hatred.
(c) The Mexican kills as an expression of love.
(d) The Mexican kills a man, not an object.

4. What is the Mexican concept of work?
(a) A mindless action performed quickly.
(b) An impersonal action executed carefully.
(c) An important action performed extremely well.
(d) A personal action handled slowly and carefully.

5. According to Paz, what must be the first step toward reform?
(a) A struggle against rampant government corruption.
(b) A return to traditionalism.
(c) A complete overthrow of the socialist state.
(d) A struggle against the lie that makes colonialism official.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did liberalism and democracy function in South American countries?

2. What was sacrificed when Porfirio Diaz took power and subdued anarchy?

3. Why are woman considered inferior people?

4. When is the fiesta of Grito celebrated?

5. How are the worlds of terrorism and mass production similar to each other? (Chapter Four).

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