The Devil's Highway Overview Quiz

Who is the author of 'The Devil's Highway'?

Question Answer Choices Carlos Fuentes Isabel Allende Luis Alberto Urrea Gabriel Garcia Marquez

What is 'The Devil's Highway' about?

Question Answer Choices A tragic story of Mexican migration into the United States in 2001 where only twelve out of twenty-six men survived crossing the desert of Arizona. A story about a group of Native American tribes fighting against Spanish explorers and missionaries. A historical account of the building of a major highway in the United States during the 1950s. A fictional tale about a group of treasure hunters who get lost in the Arizona desert.

How many men survived the journey through the Devil's Highway?

Question Answer Choices Twelve. Fourteen. Eight. Twenty-six.

Which U.S. state is a primary setting in 'The Devil's Highway'?

Question Answer Choices California Texas Arizona New Mexico

Which country besides the United States is a primary setting in 'The Devil's Highway'?

Question Answer Choices Canada Cuba Mexico Guatemala

During which month in 2001 does the story of 'The Devil's Highway' take place?

Question Answer Choices June July May April

What is the primary theme of 'The Devil's Highway'?

Question Answer Choices The economic benefits of immigration. The desperation and physical trials of Mexican migrants crossing into the United States. The history of Spanish explorers in North America. The cultural exchange between Mexico and the United States.

What is the genre of 'The Devil's Highway'?

Question Answer Choices Nonfiction Fantasy Historical Fiction Science Fiction

What is the Devil's Highway known for?

Question Answer Choices A major route for commercial trucks between the United States and Mexico. A popular tourist destination in Arizona. The deadliest region in North America where even the Border Patrol does not travel. A historical trail used by Spanish explorers and missionaries.

What nickname was given to the group of men who attempted to cross the Devil's Highway?

Question Answer Choices The Yuma-14 or the Wellstone 26. The Arizona 12. The Border Crossers. The Desert Survivors.