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

Short Answer Questions

1. What job did Allende take when she returned to Caracas?

2. In what vehicle did Allende, Michael and Paula travel around Europe?

3. Allende's second book addresses ______________ in Chile.

4. Who is elected president of Chile in 1970?

5. What helps to alleviate some of the pain Allende feels over Paula's condition?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The relationship of mothers and daughters is of obvious importance to Allende. Briefly describe the relationship between Paula and her mother. What lessons did her mother impart to her that become invaluable in her own relationship with her daughter, Paula? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Describe some of the settings for the novel. Be sure to include geography, time period and any pertinent popular culture events.

Essay Topic 3

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?

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