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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what room of La Luna's home did General Arroyo hide during the early days of the revolution?
(a) In her bathroom.
(b) In her basement.
(c) In her attic.
(d) In her closet.

2. Who is the current leader of Mexico at the time of the book?
(a) Juan N. Méndez.
(b) Porfirio Diaz.
(c) Manuel González.
(d) Francisco I. Madero.

3. Where does the old gringo say that he wants to die?
(a) In his bed.
(b) In Mexico.
(c) On the battle front.
(d) In a boat on the sea.

4. What part of Harriet does the old gringo think is the only living thing in the desert?
(a) Her spirit.
(b) Her heart.
(c) Her hair.
(d) Her skin.

5. What does the old gringo have marking his grave?
(a) A granite stone.
(b) A bouquet of flowers.
(c) Nothing.
(d) A wooden cross.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why has Harriet come to Mexico?

2. What color is the horse that the old gringo purchases?

3. How old is Harriet when she arrives in Mexico?

4. What sound do the old gringo and Harriet hear, which they think is gunshots?

5. What type of accent does Harriet have?

(see the answer key)

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