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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Section 3 (through page 27).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of language does Gustavo teach Ernie in section 2?
(a) Gestures.
(b) English.
(c) An ancient Indian language.
(d) Pig latin.

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

3. Which of the following is not mentioned by the author as being a public place in his village?
(a) The street.
(b) The plaza.
(c) The watering hole.
(d) The chapel.

4. How is the daily lifestyle in Jalcocotbn as seen in Section 2 best described?
(a) Always changing.
(b) Stressful.
(c) Static.
(d) Dangerous.

5. According to the author in Section 1, what is the historical importance of the story?
(a) That many other families also migrated to the United States.
(b) That it is important because it is the story of his life.
(c) That the story covers never before heard history.
(d) That the story talks specifically about human rights.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the only way that Jalcocotbn is reachable?

2. What city is located about 40 kilometers away from Jalcocotbn?

3. Besides drinking water, what does the stream deliver to the village?

4. Where are weddings and baptisms held?

5. What is suggested after the author's stories circulate at a scholarly meeting?

(see the answer key)

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