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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Section 4 (through page 32).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the only way that Jalcocotbn is reachable?
(a) By an underground cave system.
(b) By steep, rocky trails.
(c) By boat.
(d) By a narrow canyon trail.

2. What type of wildlife is the forest around Jalcocotbn heavily populated with?
(a) Birds.
(b) Jungle cats.
(c) Snakes.
(d) Bears.

3. What city is located about 40 kilometers away from Jalcocotbn?
(a) Tepic.
(b) Ensenada.
(c) La Cuidad de Suenos.
(d) Suarez.

4. Who is overheard saying that "nothing ever happens" in Jalcocotbn?
(a) Gustavo.
(b) Don Chano.
(c) Uncle Josy.
(d) Dosa Henriqueta.

5. What is suggested after the author's stories circulate at a scholarly meeting?
(a) That he make a movie.
(b) That he speak at more scholarly meetings.
(c) That he write a book.
(d) That he stop telling stories.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What reassurance does Ernie's mother give him about the rooster.

3. How does Ernie respond when he sees the rooster trying to mate with a hen?

4. Who comments that buzzards are "chickens"?

5. Besides "rooster" what does the Spanish word gallo mean?

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