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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. Where did the Federal lieutenant meet Demetrio Macias?

2. Why doesn't Camila want to go with Demetrio Macias?

3. What news do the muleteers bring to the revolutionaries?

4. How does Luis Cervantes come to feel about the rebel cause after his experience with the federal army?

5. What does Camila do that wins the affection of Demetrio Macias?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Luis Cervantes react when Camila tells him that Demetrio Macias has been flirting with her?

2. Why is Alberto Solis surprised to see Luis Cervantes in Zacatecas?

3. What kind of atmosphere is created as the rebels loot bodies of the soldiers they have killed?

4. What kindness from a village girl impresses Demetrio Macias?

5. What does the shooting of the dog named "Palomo, the dove," symbolize?

6. How do the rebels refer to their opponents and why?

7. How did General Natera react to Demetrio Macias' arrival in Zacatecas?

8. Why does Demetrio Macias order Quail to steal a priest's cassock?

9. Why is Luis Cervantes annoyed by Camila?

10. Why does Demetrio Macias hate Don Monico?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Palomo, the dove, is a significant symbol in this story, as is the rock that Demetrio Macias throws and then watches as it falls inexorably to the bottom. In your essay, discuss some of the symbols and what they represent.

Essay Topic 2

In the story, much is made of Luis Cervantes' ability to read, write, and deliver speeches. What differences does his education make to him? To those around him? How does it affect the outcome of his life?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the status of women in this cultural setting. In what ways are they powerful? In what ways are they powerless? Use examples from the story to support your position.

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