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

Short Answer Questions

1. How long were Fermina and Dr. Urbino away on their second honeymoon?

2. In what way was Leona Cassiani important to Florentino?

3. Which of the following characters committed suicide?

4. What is Florentino's nickname for Fermina?

5. As they look down at the countryside, what do Dr. Urbino and Fermina see dotting the countryside?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the purpose of including the intestinal discomfort Florentino experienced often throughout the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Many of the women with whom Florentino had an affair were worse off after they had a liaison with him. Explain why the author chose to have the women experience events which were often worse after being with Florentino. Be sure to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Do you believe this story had a happy ending? Why or why not? Use specific details from the book to support your answer.

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