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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4 The Sons of La Malinche.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is the myth of the "long-suffering Mexican woman" created?
(a) When the woman overcomes her natural frailty.
(b) When the woman's natural frailty becomes a virtue.
(c) When the woman is most vulnerable to attack.
(d) When the woman becomes impassive in the face of suffering.

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

3. How do Mexicans perceive an opening-up of one's self?
(a) As a sign of strength.
(b) As a betrayal or weakness.
(c) As a moment of truth.
(d) As infidelity to the human spirit.

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

5. What masculine trait enters into the idea of feminine modesty?
(a) Vanity.
(b) Protection.
(c) Love.
(d) Strength.

Short Answer Questions

1. When is the fiesta of Grito celebrated?

2. What does the Mexican value in art, religion, and politics?

3. Chapter Three begins with the great effect that fiestas and public celebrations have. What is this effect?

4. Why are woman considered inferior people?

5. According to Paz, what does it mean when a person is alone?

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