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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 pp. 42 - 85.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the wealthy man's former occupation?
(a) He was a soldier.
(b) He was a lawyer.
(c) He was a barber.
(d) He was a cotton-picker.

2. What happens when Loreto drops one of his coins?
(a) It disappears down a grate in the gutter.
(b) Malquerida returns it and cries when Loreto smiles.
(c) A small boy picks it up and Loreto gives it to him.
(d) A tourist picks it up and returns it.

3. What happened to the wealthy man because of the horse he rode?
(a) He lost control of his bowels.
(b) He became obsessed with love for the horse.
(c) His back was injured.
(d) He pictured himself as a famous general.

4. What is Vate afraid of?
(a) Dying of thirst.
(b) Snakes.
(c) Starvation.
(d) Being abandoned by his friend.

5. What does the name "Malguerida" mean?
(a) "Sinner".
(b) "Pure virgin".
(c) "The chosen one".
(d) "The unloved".

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a parida?

2. How many men seeking work in the U.S. are rounded up in Tucson and put in lockup?

3. What is the main destination of the group of travelers?

4. What are two characteristics of Don de Cocuch?

5. What is Chalito's father's name?

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