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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three (to page 191),.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ernie notice about Juan-Chon when he sees him on the train to the U.S?
(a) That he is not wearing shoes.
(b) That he is limping.
(c) That his braid is missing.
(d) That his face is bruised.

2. What kind of stories does the narrator say he tells his family?
(a) Tales of Mexican mythology.
(b) Anecdotes about the village where he was born.
(c) Proverbs that he learned from his mother.
(d) The story of the freedom of Central America.

3. Why did the original settlers of Jalcocotbn choose that location to settle?
(a) Because it was close to the Pacific Ocean.
(b) Because it was close to the city of San Antonio.
(c) Because it was in a fertile valley.
(d) Because it offered natural protection from intruders and the harsh wind and sun.

4. What did the Spaniards do to some of the Indians when they came to Mexico?
(a) Banished them to Arizona and Texas.
(b) Caused them to die of sickness.
(c) Forced them into slave labor.
(d) Put them into prison.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is aguardiente according to Ernie?

2. How does Ernie feel about sandwiches the first time he eats one?

3. How does Henriqueta contribute to the family income while in Mazatlan?

4. Where did Ernie's mother keep her knick-knacks and heirlooms?

5. What is the largest employer in the area when Ernie is living in Mazatlan?

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