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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the story where Bioy claims he finally has found his style?
(a) The Celestial Plot.
(b) The Idol.
(c) Asleep in the Sun.
(d) Thinking Alone.

2. The essayist say Casares's novels are rich in what?
(a) Reasoned imagination.
(b) Surreal imagination.
(c) Provoking images.
(d) Bizarre character sketches.

3. Who once called calls Bioy the secret master?
(a) Marquez.
(b) Johnson.
(c) Borges.
(d) Greene.

4. What country does Bioy see as his second home?
(a) Germany
(b) England.
(c) France.
(d) Mexico.

5. What is the name of the magazine where Bioy started his career?
(a) Gordo.
(b) Sur.
(c) Tomkins.
(d) Latin Maker.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the novel Casares wrote in 1934?

2. Which one of Bioy's stories does the writer mention in the introduction?

3. Which of the following poets wrote epic poetry?

4. The town of Bearn is in what country?

5. What are the Spanish poets and intellectuals fleeing in the 30s?

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