Chapter 12

Quiz for Document 12-1: Susan Shelby Magoffin, Diary (1846)

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Question 1

Susan Shelby Magoffin characterizes the Mexican citizens she encountered on her journey as beingA. hardworking peasant farming families.
B. immodest women exposing their bodies in the presence of men.
C. pious Catholics of high moral character.
D. similar to Americans in their habits and behavior.

Question 2

How does Magoffin characterize the physical appearance of the Mexican women she observed while on her journey to Santa Fe?A. Attractive and light-skinned
B. Healthy and well-formed
C. Tall and European-appearing
D. Unattractive and non-white

Question 3

Which of the following statements best describes Magoffin’s characterization of Mexican attitudes toward General Kearny’s administration of Santa Fe?A. Citizens of Mexico resented Kearney’s foreign rule and supported Armijo’s return.
B. Peasants appreciated Kearney and landowners hated him.
C. Mexicans complied with Kearny’s administration and had no opinion about the war.
D. The Mexican population appreciated Kearny’s administration and feared the return of Armijo.