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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 does Ernie learn to roast coffee beans?
(a) In a large kettle.
(b) On the comal.
(c) Quickly so that they do not turn brown.
(d) WIth patience and love.

2. What information about Jalcocotbn is shared at the beginning of the story?
(a) Information about the lack of education and work in the city.
(b) Information about it's physical characteristics and history.
(c) Information about the financial situation.
(d) Information about the political state in the city.

3. Where was Dosa Henriqueta married?
(a) Jalco.
(b) Tepic.
(c) Mexico City.
(d) San Blas.

4. What is it that provides an escape route for Jalcocotbn should an attack occur?
(a) A hidden cove on the coast line housing hidden boats.
(b) A small tunnel that is in the side of the rocky hills.
(c) A hidden path through the forest.
(d) A secret path leading up to the mountains.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a zopilote?

2. What slang term for cowardly is used by Ernie's mother in Part One, Section 4?

3. About how many cottages does Ernie estimate are in his village?

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

5. What is the name of the stream that runs through Jalcocotbn?

(see the answer key)

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