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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Carlos heard a dry _____ at the base of his neck and he was able to extricate himself from Soledad.

2. When Carlos begins to talk to La Gorda, he becomes upset and _______.

3. _______ has difficulty talking and Carlos is horrified by the apparent 'aphasia' that has made it difficult for her.

4. The nagual once grabbed Soledad from behind and made her change the _______ of her eyes and her life.

5. The floor of Soledad's room has magical properties and it is oriented to the magic of the _____ wind.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is on the forehead of Dona Soledad and the arm of Rosa when Carlos finds them huddled against the wall in pain?

2. What is the problem with Carlos being 'empty' according to Dona Soledad in her lessons with him?

3. What does Carlos search for outside, accusing Dona Soledad of tricks when he sees this creature in the area?

4. What does Lidia reveal about the power of La Gorda in relation to the Nagual?

5. What happened when La Gorda got pregnant when she was younger and having a troubled life?

6. Why must La Gorda and Carlos go to a place of power when they are traveling together?

7. What is the story of Josefina and Lidia according to the story as it is told in the beginning of the book?

8. What do La Gorda and Dona Soledad think of each other when they finally meet?

9. What does Carlos do when Lidia mentions Carlos stealing Dona Soledad's soul?

10. Why does Dona Soledad become angry at Carlos, even though she says that they are the same?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Carlos realizes that the allies he has are real and they are not the hallucinations he feared they were.

Part 1: Why do you think Carlos suddenly understands that his allies are real?

Part 2: What is the purpose of the allies in the spiritual work that Carlos does?

Part 3: Do you feel you have allies in the world? Who or what are they?

Essay Topic 2

The journey to Don Juan by Carlos seems to be one of faith, of hoping that they will meet up without actually having a plan to do so.

Part 1: Do you think you could work with a teacher if you weren't sure of your lesson plans or where you might meet?

Part 2: Why do you think it's helpful to Carlos' training to have the teacher's location be a mystery?

Part 3: How might not having a clear understanding of where Don Juan is harm the teaching of Carlos?

Essay Topic 3

While Carlos is surrounded by magic and mystical things, he continues to question what he is hearing and seeing, even though he is experienced.

Part 1: Why do you think Carlos still needs to question the lessons he is learning?

Part 2: Do you think it is a healthy practice to question the teachers you have?

Part 3: How do you think Carlos' learning will be affected by the questions he asks?

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