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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Ayah, what tumbles the boulders down from the mesa?
(a) Earthmover.
(b) Rainstorms and earth tremors.
(c) Snowstorms.
(d) Lightning.

2. Why do Ayah and Chato perform the traditional actions every May?
(a) Because it is time to do it.
(b) It helps them remember Jimmie.
(c) Because it helps Ayah heal.
(d) Because it is a habit for them.

3. What are the sounds Ayah hears at the beginning of section two?
(a) People arguing.
(b) Dogs barking.
(c) Chato's cries.
(d) Silence.

4. At the beginning of the second section, what is the weather doing?
(a) Changing.
(b) Hailing.
(c) Snowing.
(d) Raining.

5. After Ayah enters the bar, what does she neglect to do?
(a) Lower her eyes.
(b) Speak to the bartender.
(c) Pay.
(d) Close the door.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the present, at the beginning of the second section, where is Ayah?

2. What does the wet wool smell of her blanket remind Ayah of?

3. What arrives at the post office in a colorful government envelope?

4. Where does Chato buy his wine?

5. What does Jimmie's Navajo name mean?

(see the answer key)

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