The Quiz of Enchantment

This book of New Mexico trivia presented in question-and-answer format is designed to appeal to the curious newcomer as well as to the expert native who wants to show off to friends, family, and coworkers. Some of the questions are easy enough for tourists to answer: "What are farolitos?"

Some require a long-standing familiarity with New Mexico's history, geography, and culture: "What is the best translation of the name Albuquerque?" "What is the most common place-name in New Mexico?" Some of the questions are next to impossible: "What was the population of Albuquerque in 1706?"

"Matching with McDonald is just plain fun. So, whether you are learning about New Mexico for the first time or you are an old hand, well-schooled in local lore, this handy and challenging little book is one to savor."--Marc Simmons