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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following was not abolished by the new government in Chile?

2. What illness do Michael, Paula and Nicolas all have?

3. What does Allende write at this time?

4. What is the name of Allende's daughter-in-law who is about to give birth?

5. What lifestyle does Allende adopt when the family returns to Chile?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Allende's work is sometimes categorized as magic realism. Explain what that means to you and why it is a common categorization for Latin writers especially. Cite an example that supports this classification of Allende's writing.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Allende's independent attitude and controversial choices in relation to the burgeoning Women's Rights movement in the 1960s and 1970s. Cite some examples that indicate that Allende embraced the new attitudes and roles for women. In what ways does Allende fit both the typical and atypical roles of Latin women?

Essay Topic 3

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.

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