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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Section 6 (to page 45).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author, who originally settled this mountain village?
(a) American settlers in the West.
(b) Indian ancestors.
(c) Immigrants from Central America.
(d) Spanish conquistadors.

2. What type of tree is located at the edge of the pond in Jalcocotbn?
(a) Olive.
(b) Maple.
(c) Cherry.
(d) Walnut.

3. What are the corrals in the back of the cottages built out of?
(a) Thatch.
(b) Wood.
(c) Stones.
(d) Straw.

4. Which of the following items is not found in pinole?
(a) Chocolate.
(b) Cinnamon.
(c) Corn.
(d) Lemon Leaves.

5. How much older than Ernie is Josy?
(a) 5 years.
(b) 10 years.
(c) 12 years.
(d) 9 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What trait does Ernie find more important about the rooster than his intelligence?

2. Why did the original settlers of Jalcocotbn choose that location to settle?

3. According to the author in Section 1, what is the psychological importance of the story?

4. What does the Weeping Woman's presence foreshadow?

5. What outdoor activity did the men of a Jalcocotbn participate in if the weather permitted?

(see the answer key)

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