2. What of the following philosophical problems does Vernon speak with Ledesma about?
(a) Love.
(b) Paradigms.
(c) Metaphilosophy.
(d) Religion.

3. Which of the following things helps Vernon get through the Mexican border?
(a) A smile.
(b) Money.
(c) A passport.
(d) A gun.

4. In which of the following Texan cities is the novel set?
(a) El Paso.
(b) Martirio.
(c) Dallas.
(d) Tuscon.

5. Where does Vernon want Taylor to take him?
(a) Chile.
(b) Texas.
(c) California.
(d) Mexico.

6. Whose hand touches Vernon's face like a god?
(a) An old man's.
(b) An old lady's.
(c) An young man's.
(d) A child's.

7. What is Gobbon's job?
(a) A pastor.
(b) A doctor.
(c) A teacher.
(d) A psychologist.

8. What kind of people does Vernon think are the only people who are safe?
(a) Dumb people.
(b) Funny people.
(c) Clever people.
(d) Blind people.

9. Which of the following towns is nearest to Martirio?
(a) Amarillo.
(b) Dumas.
(c) Pampa.
(d) Luling.

10. Which of the following lessons is Vernon having when Jesus begins shooting?
(a) English.
(b) Geography.
(c) Physics.
(d) Maths.

11. What is officer Gurie's first name?
(a) Ben.
(b) George.
(c) Lally.
(d) Barry.

12. What is Vernon's opinion of the music group which plays through the interview with the journalist?
(a) Loud.
(b) Disharmonious.
(c) Still.
(d) Harmonious.

13. Which of the following does Vernon need?
(a) A hearing aid.
(b) A denture.
(c) A pegleg.
(d) Glasses.

14. What shape does Vernon outline with his foot while sitting with Dr. Goosens?
(a) A hexagon.
(b) A triangle.
(c) A circle.
(d) A square.

15. Why does Vernon give Deutschman back $20?
(a) He knows Deutschman will need a drink.
(b) He does not want to leave him broke.
(c) To buy gas so Deutschman can drive home.
(d) He damaged his car.