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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Tao Chi'en say Eliza is?

2. How does Eliza make money now that she's on her own?

3. Who says: "I thought there weren't any slaves in California"?

4. Who does Eliza send letters to regularly?

5. What does Tao Chi'en give to the person who helps Eliza?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Allende portrays the prostitutes in the traveling brothel and the one on the ship as being very kind and loyal. List some examples of times that prostitutes are shown in a good light. What is the significance of portraying these women (who are doing what might be considered immoral by most) as caring and helpful?

Essay Topic 2

Choose three characters who have changed their names throughout the story. What is the significance of these name changes? How are their reasons for doing this different or similar?

Essay Topic 3

Eliza and Tao Chi'en obviously have a very strong bond that grows throughout the novel. Why do they ignore their connection at first? Why do they eventually reconnect? What is the significance of their reunion?

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