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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. How old is Patricia before her birthday on the 26th?

2. How old is Oscar?

3. Where did Olivia, Claudia, and Patricia's grandmother die?

4. What marathon does Claudia run in on Valentine's Day?

5. How were Olivia, Claudia, and Patricia raised?

Short Essay Questions

1. On February 3, what struggles is Olivia having with the twins?

2. What would Keila always say whenever Oscar would tell her about a business opportunity he wanted to pursue?

3. How does Keila feel when she visits her parents' graves?

4. Where does Claudia go after getting her car washed?

5. What does Olivia remember about buying her house and restoring it?

6. What happens to Claudia on April 30?

7. What does Lola think of Felix?

8. Why does Lola object to watching Olivia's twins, and why does she change her mind?

9. What does Keila say to Oscar when he returns, and what does he feel about what she says?

10. What happens when Oscar tries to get a loan on March 21?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Claudia is diagnosed with a brain tumor. How does the brain tumor affect Claudia physically and emotionally? Why is she not able to be a chef any longer?

Essay Topic 2

Metaphors and similes are figures of speech that are used to make comparisons between things. Metaphors seem to imply an equal comparison, while similes seem to imply a similarity between two things. Does the author use more metaphors or similes in L.A. Weather? How does the use of metaphors or similes help readers comprehend concepts? How does the use of metaphors or similes help readers make the writing more interesting?

Essay Topic 3

Claudia frequently takes things that do not belong to her. Does Claudia consciously steal things? Why does she take things that do not belong to her?

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