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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Destruction of Tenochtitlan.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of literature does Gregory say is forced to answer the question of whether or not it is sincere?
(a) Modern literature.
(b) American literature.
(c) English literature.
(d) Classical literature.

2. What author does Gregory say is never accused of being insincere?
(a) Benjamin Franklin.
(b) Alexander Hamilton.
(c) William Carlos Williams.
(d) Homer.

3. What is Williams trying to tell the reader about Columbus when he quotes details about how harrowing the storms at sea during Columbus' voyages were?
(a) Columbus' good judgment.
(b) Columbus' courage.
(c) Columbus' foolhardiness.
(d) Columbus' literary skill.

4. Based on the passage narrated by Eric the Red, which phrase do you think best describes Eric's character?
(a) Rigid and formal.
(b) Deeply religious.
(c) Good-natured and affectionate.
(d) Evil and malicious.

5. What does Columbus think of the New World when he reaches it?
(a) He thinks that he would like to build a house and live there himself.
(b) He thinks that it is too desolate to have any worthwhile resources.
(c) He thinks that it is far too hot and humid for his taste.
(d) He thinks it is the most beautiful place he has ever seen.

Short Answer Questions

1. In his conclusion, what word does Gregory use to characterize Williams' prose?

2. What does Gregory say about the way in which the reputation of In the American Grain grew?

3. What does Gregory think that In the American Grain is meant to do for the American national identity?

4. What happens when Montezuma asks his people not to fight back against the Spanish?

5. How often does Montezuma change his clothes?

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