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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Arturo tries to make a life for himself and Camilla by:
2. Arturo discovers that Camilla has a:
3. What is it about Vera that lingers in the room?
4. Arturo feels his novel will serve to:
5. Whose poetry does Vera quote to Arturo?
Short Essay Questions
1. What does the sad character, Vera's presence in this chapter represent to Arturo?
2. Arturo seems invigorated by having experienced the earthquake in Long Beach. Why is he so vocal and full of stories about his heroism?
3. Arturo is feeling fairly good until Camilla shows up. What emotions does Camilla bring out in Arturo?
4. Arturo finally gets a big break with the publishing of his new book about Vera. What happens to Camilla?
5. Why does Arturo swear off the Catholic church in this chapter?
6. Do you consider Arturo pathetic for taking Camilla's hat?
7. What purpose does Willie fill in Camilla's life?
8. What does Fante accomplish with the character, Vera, and the relationship between her and Arturo?
9. Why does Arturo send the escaped Camilla money, after all of her unkindness toward him?
10. What is Arturo's intention when he waits in Camilla's car for her?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Not much is said in the story about Arturo's Communist friend, Benny Cohen.
1) What is Benny's purpose in the story?
2) In 1939, how would Benny have been viewed by society, in general?
3) Is Benny a good influence on Arturo? Why, or why not?
Essay Topic 2
Mrs. Hargraves has a small, but important role in Fante's story.
1) What does Mrs. Hargraves symbolize for Arturo?
2) Why does Arturo finally agree with Mrs. Hargraves that the city of Boulder is in Nebraska?
3) Discuss Arturo's decision to force an extra $5 on Mrs. Hargraves when he pays the rent.
Essay Topic 3
Pets are known to have a soothing effect on humans. Discuss Willie and his role in Camilla's life.
1) What did Willie bring to Camilla besides comfort?
2) What was Arturo's intent when he got Willie for Camilla?
3) Why didn't Camilla leave Willie with Sammy where he would be safe?
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