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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Section 3, "Squeezed into the pajamas of a thinner time...".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does she buy a cigarette holder?
(a) To hold her cigarettes.
(b) To give to her husband.
(c) To imitate them.
(d) To donate to charity.

2. What has Gladys been doing since age thirteen?
(a) Going to to school.
(b) Living on the streets.
(c) Raising a family.
(d) Living in the United States.

3. What does Norma say about literature?
(a) It is boring and worthless.
(b) It is a waste of time.
(c) It is just as important as a nice handbag.
(d) It is the most precious art form.

4. What does Zamacona think Mexicans must do?
(a) Gain more power in European society.
(b) Expand upon the middle class.
(c) Look to the past.
(d) Create their own originality and beginnings.

5. Why do Prince Vampa, Charlotte Garcia, and Natasha hold the rest of the crowd in disdain?
(a) They consider themselves the only true heirs of Mexico's noble traditions.
(b) They are wealthier than anyone else at the party.
(c) They are kind and loving, ot which the others cannot make sense.
(d) They are rude and belligerent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rodrigo presume to be to cause of Juan Morales' car crash?

2. What does the quick portrait of Gladys show?

3. How does Zamacona begin his day?

4. How does Rodrigo Pola feel at the party?

5. How does Ixca observe all the major characters?

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