Filiberto and the Chac Mool

The story follows Filiberto, who buys a Chac Mool statue that comes to life, leading to his downfall. As the statue gains power, Filiberto's life spirals into chaos, culminating in his mysterious death. The narrative explores themes of power, madness, and the supernatural.

What event marks the beginning of the story?

• Filiberto's marriage

• Filiberto's promotion

• Filiberto's retirement

• Filiberto's death

What annual activity did Filiberto indulge in?

• Traveling to a German pension

• Going on a pilgrimage

• Attending a business conference

• Visiting his family

Where did Filiberto find the Chac Mool statue?

• At a friend's house

• In a temple

• In a museum

• In a shop at La Lagunilla

What was Filiberto's initial reaction to the Chac Mool's changes?

• He was nervous

• He was indifferent

• He was excited

• He was angry

How did the Chac Mool's appearance change over time?

• It became more human-like

• It turned into a different statue

• It started glowing

• It shrank in size

What did Filiberto plan to do to escape the Chac Mool?

• Move to a new house

• Destroy the statue

• Go to Acapulco

• Hide in his office

What did Filiberto discover about the Chac Mool's nightly activities?

• It was hunting animals

• It was stealing food

• It was praying

• It was writing letters

What was the final state of Filiberto's house?

• It was flooded and in ruins

• It was turned into a museum

• It was clean and organized

• It was sold to a new owner

Who did the narrator encounter at Filiberto's house at the end?

• A neighbor

• A police officer

• Filiberto's relative

• An Indian in a housecoat

What was the narrator's final task regarding Filiberto?

• To clean his house

• To arrange his funeral

• To read his diary

• To sell his belongings