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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 Mexican Masks.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Paz's opinion, when is a person most likely to see himself as precious and unique?
(a) At the end of his life.
(b) In childhood.
(c) When he is in love.
(d) During adolescence.

2. How does the pachuco present himself to the people around him?
(a) As one of the group.
(b) As a lost man.
(c) As a man searching for a home.
(d) As a solitary, challenging figure.

3. In the book's argument, what happens when a Mexican woman is passive?
(a) She embodies the ancient elements of earth, motherhood, and virginity.
(b) She comes to believe in the societal values given her.
(c) She functions as a channel of the ancient elements: Earth, motherhood, and virginity.
(d) She can no longer relate to the man.

4. Why do Mexicans tell lies (Chapter Two)?
(a) To protect the other person.
(b) To hide themselves.
(c) Merely for the enjoyment of it.
(d) To create confusion.

5. Why are woman considered inferior people?
(a) They are not as reticent as men.
(b) They open themselves up in submission.
(c) They are not as intelligent as men.
(d) They are too emotionally attached.

Short Answer Questions

1. As explained in Chapter One, who are the pachucos?

2. In Paz's estimation, what vital word has the Mexican forgotten?

3. In Paz's thought, what does a study of the great myths reveal?

4. Why are a woman's instincts those of a species rather than her own?

5. In his obsession with hygiene, work, and health, what does the North American miss?

(see the answer key)

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