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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Serafina say Alvaro should not have bought her chocolates?

2. What does Serafina say used to be her religion?

3. What item of her clothing does Serafina find uncomfortable?

4. Who does Rosa say her mother is dreaming of?

5. What does Serafina put in her purse?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Identify the main themes of the story. In what way are these themes relevant to the time period? How does the author use character and setting to express these themes?

Essay Topic 2

Choose two of the following people and outline his/her influence on Rosa's life.

1. Rosario.

2. Serafina.

3. Jack.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the author's life. In what way are his life and personality is reflected in the book? Do the students think it is important to understand the author's life to understand the meaning of a work?

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