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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Section 6 (to page 45).

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. How do Ernie and his cousins view the rooster?
(a) As lazy.
(b) As a scaredy cat.
(c) As brave.
(d) As stupid.

3. What does Ernie call his Aunt Ester?
(a) Aunt Tel.
(b) Mama.
(c) Tia.
(d) Aunt Malo.

4. What type of tree is located at the edge of the pond in Jalcocotbn?
(a) Maple.
(b) Walnut.
(c) Olive.
(d) Cherry.

5. Besides "rooster" what does the Spanish word gallo mean?
(a) Daring.
(b) Chicken.
(c) Weak.
(d) Intelligent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What profession is Ernie interested in in Part One, Section 5?

2. Who comments that buzzards are "chickens"?

3. What basic skills do the adults of Jalcocotbn value?

4. Why does Coronel attack a buzzard?

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

(see the answer key)

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