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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. The sisters were taught ______ as a way to keep the layers pressed together and eventually tie the attentions together.

2. La Gorda advises Carlos not to go to Genaro's ______. She says they are still too weak from dealing with the allies the night before.

3. La Gorda said that seeing the substance left behind after Carlos attacked with his double was true 'seeing' and that the substance was part of his _____.

4. La Gorda told Carlos that she was certain she had felt the presence of _____ in the marketplace.

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Because Carlos is like the Genaros in luminosity, what should he not believe?

2. What has happened since Carlos has brought out his double more than the twice Don Juan wanted him to?

3. What are the four outcomes Don Juan has predicted as a result of Carlos' visit?

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

5. Why does Pablito make a clothing booth bigger while he is filling in building clothing booths?

6. In order to energize for a long day, what does La Gorda decide to show Carlos how to do?

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

10. What are the shapes La Gorda says that humans and sorcerers have, respectively, within her teachings?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Some of the women in the story seem to be more interested in taking the power Carlos has and using it for themselves.

Part 1: Does it seem right that the women in the story use Carlos for his energy?

Part 2: Would you give your power to someone else if they said they needed it?

Part 3: Why do you think Carlos is the one who has the extra power that the women need?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

The life story of La Gorda is a sad one, filled with things which seem to cause her pain, yet she becomes a powerful teacher.

Part 1: Why do you think La Gorda was able to overcome her past?

Part 2: Do you think personal pain can make a person a better teacher for others?

Part 3: What might have happened to La Gorda if she had not attempted to be more spiritual in her life?

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