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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Section 6, "Federico Robles".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Rodrigo lament not having?
(a) A beautiful flat.
(b) A good writing instructor.
(c) A nice girlfriend.
(d) Attained the same level of success as the Robles.

2. What is their goal?
(a) To overthrow the government.
(b) To reach Zapata headquarters at Tres Marina.
(c) To reach the shores of Miami.
(d) To reach Mexico City.

3. How does Zamacona begin his day?
(a) With a cup of coffee and a donut.
(b) Writing in his journal about the previous day and his plans for the rest of the day.
(c) With an essay on Mexico's eccentricity and position in the world.
(d) Calling his mother and wishing her good morning.

4. Why do Prince Vampa, Charlotte Garcia, and Natasha hold the rest of the crowd in disdain?
(a) They are kind and loving, ot which the others cannot make sense.
(b) They are wealthier than anyone else at the party.
(c) They consider themselves the only true heirs of Mexico's noble traditions.
(d) They are rude and belligerent.

5. What is Robles' philosophy?
(a) The harder he works, the more he gets.
(b) His own success is also the country's.
(c) The best job is working for the common good.
(d) His struggle is the country's struggle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gervasio Pola stage?

2. What do the factory owners do to punish the workers who are striking?

3. What do most of the characters do after the party?

4. Who does Gervasio leave behind?

5. What is Robles' plan before the wars begin?

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