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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. What does the quick portrait of Gladys show?
(a) The woman's struggle to become an American citizen.
(b) The woman's rise to power in the Mexican government.
(c) The struggles of her life raising seven children alone.
(d) The woman waking up in a wet street after a long night of work.

2. What does Rodrigo lament not having?
(a) A nice girlfriend.
(b) Attained the same level of success as the Robles.
(c) A good writing instructor.
(d) A beautiful flat.

3. What do most of the characters do after the party?
(a) Stay at Bobo's.
(b) Sleep late or lay in bed.
(c) Meet for an early breakfast.
(d) Stay in a hotel.

4. How does Ixca observe all the major characters?
(a) With a critical and knowing eye.
(b) In a vague and uncaring way.
(c) In a biased way.
(d) As if they are from the same social class.

5. What is Norma's main worry?
(a) Whether or not her husband loves her.
(b) Keeping her wealth.
(c) How to get more admiration and attention.
(d) When she will have children.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is an "eagle without wings"?

2. What, according to Zamacona, corrupts the citizens?

3. What does Robles believe he has earned the right to do?

4. From where does Gabriel return?

5. On whom does Norma utterly depend to raise her in the social hierarchy?

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