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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. La Gorda tells Carlos that his ability to summon his 'double' is part of the ______ art.

2. The nagual stated to Carlos that the only freedom that warriors have is _______. The force that rules our destinies is outside of volition.

3. La Gorda informs Carlos that ______ told her to tell him to examine all of his bouts with the sisters and Soledad so he may learn from them.

4. Carlos was able to produce the ____ that dispersed the beings which the nagual described as being a method to 'keep one's balance while walking'.

5. ______ used to gaze at thunderheads, and this was how he came to have two of his apprentices.

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Carlos miss the explanations of Don Juan, according to his own learning process?

2. What does Carlos know is the only deterrent to despair in one's life, according to the teachings he has learned?

3. What does Genaro convince Pablito he is feeding Don Juan when he hires Don Juan as his assistant?

4. What will happen when Carlos returns after going away to contemplate his two bouts as omens?

5. When do the Genaros feel safe and at ease in their lives, according to this part of the story?

6. What happens when Carlos stops to tie his laces when he is out for a walk on a trail?

7. Why does Josefina attempt to play a prank on Carlos, pretending to be a strange man sleeping next to him?

8. As soon as the Nagual leaves, what does Pablito decide that he is strong enough to do?

9. What does Carlos find out that the Genaros lack though Carlos seems to have them?

10. What do the women need now that they have lost their old purpose, now that Carlos has decided to stay?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Carlos seems to be able to do more than the sisters, mastering lessons in hours, though they take others days.

Part 1: Why do you think Carlos is able to do so much with his powers?

Part 2: How do you think Carlos is better suited for the magical work that he is doing?

Part 3: Why do you think the sisters are having troubles accessing the powers that Carlos can?

Essay Topic 2

The demeanor of La Gorda helps Carlos to feel at ease with his new teacher. Her eyes are calm and dark.

Part 1: Do you think a teacher needs to be calming in order to be effective?

Part 2: Why do you think Carlos is at ease with La Gorda as opposed to with others in the story?

Part 3: How do you think the relationship between Carlos and La Gorda is affected by her demeanor?

Essay Topic 3

The concept of being impeccable seems to be the lesson of importance in the book, with Carlos needing to find out more about having this trait for himself.

Part 1: Why do you think being impeccable is a valuable tool?

Part 2: In what ways might you be considered to be impeccable? Or are you not impeccable at all?

Part 3: How might your life change if you were to be more impeccable?

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