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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 15. Aftermath - Afterword: Ten Years On.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Urrea, what two factors most unite the Mexican consular corps and the American Border Patrol?
(a) Their sleek operating procedures and their flare for creative jargon.
(b) Their distrust of their governments and their hatred of human smugglers.
(c) Their respect for the rule of law and their appreciation for authentic polka.
(d) Their skill navigating the desert wastes and their keen eyes for crime.

2. What does "OTM" stand for when used by Border Patrol agents?
(a) "Ogle This Money."
(b) "Over The Mesa."
(c) "Onward, To March."
(d) "Other Than Mexicans."

3. What fate did Quelele, warrior of the Sand Papagos, threaten the Mexican army with?
(a) Cannibalism.
(b) Humiliation.
(c) Deportation.
(d) Torture.

4. What term did the media use for the men who died on the journey described within the book?
(a) The Devil's Highway.
(b) La Cabeza de la Diabla.
(c) The Yuma 14.
(d) The Wellton 26.

5. Why does Urrea suggest that the Yuma 14 would not appreciate receiving handouts?
(a) They were strict laissez-faire capitalists.
(b) They were ascetic Buddhists.
(c) They were working men from Veracruz.
(d) They were too wealthy to understand charity.

Short Answer Questions

1. What cardinal direction was the direction of death in the ancient beliefs held by some of the men from Veracruz?

2. Who walked at the front of the party during the trek through the Devil's Highway?

3. How many watering holes did Mendez miss while traveling through Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge?

4. What was the name of Don Moi's boss?

5. Which of the following creatures is NOT said to reside in Desolation?

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