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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. In "Pinecone," what does Neftali see that he compares to Bianca's skirt?

2. What job did Jose do for many years?

3. What color is Neftali's father's beard?

4. In "Pinecone," how long has it been since Neftali visited the forest with Father?

5. How long has Neftali been avoiding his father in "Pinecone"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What distracts Neftali on the way to school in "Wind"?

2. Why does Neftali listen to Rudolfo on the way to school in "Forest"?

3. What does Father say about Neftali's future, and how does Neftali feel about his father's vision for him in "Forest"?

4. What happens after Neftali clears the mud and leaves from the hole in the fence next door in "Pinecone"?

5. In "Rain," what does Neftali realize he should be doing as he looks out the window?

6. Where if Neftali and what is he doing at the beginning of "Rain"?

7. In "Rain," how does Neftali forget himself and see himself when Mamadre reads to him?

8. What does Rodolfo say about Father and his demands in "Mud"?

9. What does Father say to Neftali in "Pinecone"?

10. What does Jose tell Neftali about his mother, and what questions does Neftali have about his mother?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Guillermo forces Neftali to write romantic letters to Blanca. What do the letters communicate about the relationship between Neftali and Blanca?

Essay Topic 2

Neftali goes to the forest on the train with his father and his workers. How does Neftali feel about the trip? How does he feel about his explorations in the forest? Why does his joy turn to shame?

Essay Topic 3

Many chapters in the book end with riddles. Why does the author include riddles? How do they relate to the story and help readers consider concepts in chapters?

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