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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Section 3 (to page 171).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Dosa Eduvijes' tales do for the children in the village?
(a) Scares them so that they do not go into the surrounding woods.
(b) Teaches them about mythology.
(c) Makes them more creative.
(d) Provides exposure to the concepts of good and evil.

2. What does Ernie refer to his mother's sewing machine as?
(a) The monster.
(b) The Ajax.
(c) The Singer.
(d) Samson.

3. What type of job does Josy hold in Tepic?
(a) He is a cart driver.
(b) He works in construction.
(c) He is a delivery boy.
(d) He is a day laborer.

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

5. What are the gray towers Ernie sees as he approaches Tepic?
(a) The old palace.
(b) The cathedral.
(c) A large government building.
(d) Skyscrapers.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Who is it that kills Nerun because he is sick?

4. According to the author, who originally settled this mountain village?

5. What type of work does Don Catarino do?

(see the answer key)

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