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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In their relation to their world, to whom does Paz compare Mexicans?
(a) Germans.
(b) Peruvians.
(c) Orientals.
(d) Nigerians.

2. During the fiesta of Grito, why do the people shout for one hour, in Paz's interpretation?
(a) So the name of Grito cannot be heard.
(b) To express great joy.
(c) So they can be silent the rest of the year.
(d) To express their rage.

3. What contributes to the power of the word, chingar, and all of its derivations?
(a) The fact that the word is related to words related to death.
(b) The fact that people use the word in religious ceremonies.
(c) The fact that its derivations are many and complicated.
(d) The fact that it is prohibited in public places.

4. What type of book did Xavier Villaurrutia write?
(a) Death-related poetry.
(b) A scientific explanation of death.
(c) Religious exhortations about life.
(d) Life-related poetry.

5. What is the Spanish view of women in contrast to the Mexican?
(a) Women are idols.
(b) Women are wild and lecherous.
(c) Women are shaped by the minds of men.
(d) Women are decent and modest.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who authored. the book, Profile of Man and Culture in Mexico?

2. What did Moctezuma think as the Spaniards approached?

3. According to Paz, what must be the first step toward reform?

4. In Paz's opinion, when is a person most likely to see himself as precious and unique?

5. According to Paz, why does the liar tell lies to himself?

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