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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Section 5 (to page 41).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did the residents of the village keep the street in front of their cottages clean?
(a) Blocking it with stones.
(b) Sprinkling water on it.
(c) Clearing it with a leaf blower.
(d) Hiring a street cleaner.

2. What similarity can be seen between Coronel and Don Catarino?
(a) They are both quick.
(b) They are both very intelligent.
(c) They are both loud.
(d) They are both the head of their "households."

3. Where did Ernie's mother keep her knick-knacks and heirlooms?
(a) In a paper box.
(b) A cedar chest.
(c) In a large stone bowl and lid.
(d) A small beaded bag.

4. What trait does Ernie find more important about the rooster than his intelligence?
(a) His feistiness.
(b) His speed.
(c) His bravery.
(d) His physical strength.

5. According to the author in Section 1, what is the psychological importance of the story?
(a) That the story communicates the equality of all humans.
(b) The desire to communicate his confidence in his self-image as a Mexican immigrant.
(c) The fact that this story could help others overcome tramatic experiences.
(d) That the story sheds light on the pysche of adolescents.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are weddings and baptisms held?

2. According to the author in Section 1, what is the historical importance of the story?

3. What is the name of the family rooster?

4. What is the only way that Jalcocotbn is reachable?

5. According to the author, who originally settled this mountain village?

(see the answer key)

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