1. Answer the questions on either: (a) PRESCRIBED LITERATURE: Eduardo Mendoza: Sin noticias de Gurb 16.40 Protestando haber olvidado algo al coche, salgo a la calle, dentro de un estanco y adquiro billetes y cupones de los múltiples sistemas de lotería que allí se expenden - Leaving Cert Spanish - Question 1 - 2015

(a) 'patearle las calles' refers to walking the streets in search of Gurb, emphasizing a somewhat aimless journey.
(b) The phrase refers to the significance that humans place on certain activities or elements of life, which aliens may not fully understand.
(c) The alien is expressing frustration and fatigue from continuously walking around the spaceship, indicating a feeling of confinement or monotony.

1. The alien pays his bill in the restaurant and leaves a substantial tip.
2. He buys a new pair of shoes after his old ones wear out from walking.
3. He uses his money to buy lottery tickets and participate in the local economy.

1. Rich people don’t pay as much compared to poor people who pay significantly.
2. Rich people tend to have better health and physical appearance than poorer individuals.
3. Poor people work harder and lack luxuries that are common among the wealthy.

The alien uses disguises as a means of blending in with human society, allowing him to explore and interact without revealing his true identity. This not only provides him with a sense of safety but also enables him to learn more about humans and their behaviors. However, these disguises also serve to highlight the alien's feelings of isolation and the challenges of understanding human culture.