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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through In the Land of Avocados.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Ted learn was the only real common factor between the men living at the house in the orchard?
(a) They wanted to learn English
(b) Their parents were all related
(c) They came from the same region
(d) They spoke a common language

2. What did Maximo wrap around the cut on his hand?
(a) An old shirt
(b) A paper towel
(c) A clean sock
(d) A dirty towel

3. What action is Ted doing that prompts Hilario to call him wasteful?
(a) Throwing away some worn out socks
(b) Changing his razorblade
(c) Giving away some change
(d) Changing his socks

4. Why did Carlos tell Ted he couldn't take a turn at the cooking?
(a) Ted should be writing
(b) The Mexicans didn't like his food
(c) Ted needed ot save his energy
(d) Ted was too tired to cook

5. What was Juanito supposed to pick up for his mother?
(a) Coke and tortillas
(b) Bread and milk
(c) Cokes and an orange
(d) A bag of oranges and cornmeal

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the men tell Ted they planned to get to Las Angeles?

2. What is the gift Ignacio wants to give Ted?

3. Why did Ted say the illegal immigrants liked to work in orchards?

4. How much did the man charge the group for the ride from the donut shop?

5. What task was Ted supposed to perform while he was in Ahuacatlan?

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