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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is it ironic to Juana that Senora Valencia has twins?

2. What does Pico do as soon as he arrives home?

3. How does Luis characterize the drive from the army base home?

4. How does the girl baby compare to the boy baby?

5. How did Amabelle come to work for Senora Valencia's family?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Though Sebastien is not involved in much of the action of the novel, he plays a major role in the plot and development of Amabelle's character. Write an essay discussing:

1) Sebastien's character traits.

2) The impact of Sebastien's life on the plot and Amabelle's character.

3) The impact of Sebastien's death on the plot and Amabelle's character.

Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

One of the themes The Farming of Bones explores is the impact of love on people's lives. Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme. Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

One of the themes The Farming of Bones explores is the role of family. Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme. Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

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