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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6 From Independence to the Revolution.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What metaphor does Paz use to describe Mexico taking control from Spain?
(a) A young man finally realizing his strength.
(b) A phoenix rising from the ashes.
(c) A corpse dismembered and a nation born.
(d) A lion cub overtaking its elderly parent.

2. When Paz first arrived in the United States, what surprised him most about the people?
(a) Their confidence and self-assurance.
(b) Their confidence in the future of the nation.
(c) Their honesty and sense of community.
(d) Their lack of openness.

3. Why is death a part of the fiesta (Chapter Three)?
(a) Because Mexico celebrates all aspects of life, even the end.
(b) Because people often get drunk and violent.
(c) Because the Mexican seeks to escape from himself.
(d) Because exuberant death is honorable.

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

5. Which of the following contributed to making colonialism alive and relevant?
(a) Violence.
(b) Catholicism.
(c) Native acceptance.
(d) Imperial takeover.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does a Mexican blend into his surroundings and become solely Appearance?

2. Why was Diaz's regime in a precarious position regarding positivist philosophy?

3. Why does the worker lack mystery?

4. How do Mexicans avoid the dangers of romantic relationships, according to Paz?

5. What does Paz deem to be the first and most serious change that a man endures when he becomes a worker?

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