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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Five (to page 265),.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ernie's mother have him take to Juan-Chon while on the train?
(a) Something to drink.
(b) Two tacos.
(c) A piece of candy.
(d) A note.

2. Why does Coronel attack a buzzard?
(a) Because the buzzard was trying to steal his food.
(b) Because he is trying to claim new territory.
(c) Because the buzzard was hurt.
(d) Because the buzzard attacked a hen.

3. While staying in Acaponeta, where do Ernie and his mother spend Sunday afternoons?
(a) The orchard.
(b) The market.
(c) The river.
(d) Church.

4. Why do Josy and Gustavo leave Jalco in Part One, sections 9 and 10?
(a) To go to university.
(b) Because they want an adventure.
(c) Because they are ready to move on to bigger things.
(d) To avoid being forced into military service.

5. How much older than Ernie is Josy?
(a) 12 years.
(b) 9 years.
(c) 10 years.
(d) 5 years.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What profession do Ernie and his cousins vow never to become in Part One, Section 7?

3. How high are the sidewalks where Ernie lives in the Mazatlan?

4. Besides electricity, what other modern convenience does Ernie learn about when they arrive in Tucson?

5. Who makes ropes and crates in the village?

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