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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. Which of the following did Tata not do after the death of Meme?

2. Why did Allende feel guilty about Paula's disease?

3. Why was Allende expelled from school?

4. What did Tio give Allende on her ninth birthday?

5. What is Ernesto's profession?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Paula's initial diagnosis and how does Allende feel when she realizes the nature of her daughter's illness?

2. What is Allende's wish for Paula now and what does Allende say she tries to do to make it happen?

3. How does Allende explain her love for writing and telling stories?

4. How did Allende use art as a form of expression as a young girl?

5. Describe Tio Ramon's infatuation with Paula.

6. Why is Allende so adamant about pushing the doctors to wean Paula off oxygen?

7. What does Allende do when her daughter slips into a coma?

8. Why does Allende decide to write this book?

9. When did writing become an expression for Allende?

10. What is Allende's daily routine in the hospital as she sits with Paula?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the role of Tio Ramon in Allende's life. What was his impact on her life? What was the evolution of their relationship? Cite some examples to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

What do you think are the three main sorrows in Allende's life? Cite examples to support your answers. Explain how Allende grows from these experiences.

Essay Topic 3

What do you think are the three main joys in Allende's life? Cite examples to support your answers. Explain how Allende grows from these experiences.

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