The Vortex by José Eustasio Rivera

In which region is "The Vortex" set?

• Colombian Amazon

• Colombian Andes

• Andean region

• Andean mountains

Who is the protagonist of the story?

• Artist Cova

• Arturo Cova

• Albert Cova

• Andrew Cova

What industry is Arturo Cova looking fortune in?

• Rubber

• Oil

• Plantain

• Coffee

What aspect of the jungle does Rivera highlight?

• Its impressive beauty

• Its amazing tribes

• Its outstanding colonies

• Its surprising environment

What is "The Vortex" celebrated for?

• Romantic plotlines

• Exploration of anecdotes

• Social and political critique

• Satirical humor

Rivera described rubber companies as;

• exploitative and violent

• vividly and lush

• adventerous and peaceful

• Harsh and cruel

In the jungle, Arturo encountered indigenous _________.

A rubber ______, refers to a rich person that controlled territories and indigenous people.

Colonization not only impacted indigenous people but also the

What themes are explored in "The Vortex"?

• Love and friendship

• Environmental conservation

• Greed, colonialism, social injustice

• Technology and innovation