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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why have Mexican culture and politics vacillated from one extreme to another? (Chapter Seven, page 157).
(a) Because there has never been a strong Mexican leader.
(b) Because Mexicans deny their Spanish and Indian heritage.
(c) Because Mexicans cannot invent their history from the beginning.
(d) Because Mexicans have difficulty synthesizing experiences.

2. When is the fiesta of Grito celebrated?
(a) August 3 at 9:00 AM.
(b) October 31 at 3:00 PM.
(c) April 16 at 11:00 AM.
(d) September 15 at 11:00 PM.

3. In Paz's view, why does the Spaniard still use and enjoy blasphemy?
(a) Because he still believes in God.
(b) Because he curses for dramatic effect.
(c) Because he no longer believes in God.
(d) Because he cannot curse creatively.

4. In Paz's argument, how have tradition and religion always been presented to the Mexicans?
(a) As things to be held lightly or discarded.
(b) As things that stifle their individuality.
(c) As things leading to their spiritual salvation.
(d) As things that will solidify their national identity.

5. Following the Revolution, why was socialist education not widely implemented in Mexico?
(a) The government could not agree on a socialist curriculum.
(b) Socialism was not the philosophy adopted by Mexicans.
(c) Training was not available for teachers for providing a socialist education.
(d) Socialist education was highly unsuccessful.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Paz see the 20th Century?

2. What role does the Mexican man play in society?

3. According to Paz, what must be the first step toward reform?

4. What happens when the Mexican dissimulates?

5. What is Paz's solution for the lack of capital?

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