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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Section 9, "Parting Of The Waters".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On whom does Norma utterly depend to raise her in the social hierarchy?
(a) Prince Vampa.
(b) Bobo.
(c) Federico Robles.
(d) Pimpelina de Ovanda.

2. Upon what does Robles reflect?
(a) His bank.
(b) The discussions he had at Bobo's party.
(c) He no longer has to walk in the "flea circus" on the street.
(d) His marriage.

3. What does Robles believe he has earned the right to do?
(a) Elevate himself about the bankrupt nonentities forever.
(b) Go on a vacation.
(c) Take the day off from work.
(d) Sleep in.

4. How does Robles regard Norma?
(a) As a perfect wife.
(b) As his best friend.
(c) As an enemy.
(d) As an idea, an image.

5. What of Gladys' describe many traditional motifs and scenes from ancient religion?
(a) A long dream or vision.
(b) Mother.
(c) Boyfriend.
(d) Sister.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do most of the characters do after the party?

2. How does Norma feel about the de Ovando women?

3. Who is Rodrigo Pola's only friend as a young boy?

4. Who is Gervasio Pola?

5. What does Zamacona think Mexicans must do?

(see the answer key)

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