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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. Who says: "Her misfortune was to fall in love with a bad man. You are her redemption"?

2. What is Jeremy's job?

3. Tao Chi'en comes from a family of what?

4. How many children does Karl have?

5. What does Tao Chi'en give to Eliza to help her hide her identity?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does John convince Jacob to go back to England with him?

2. In what manner does Rose raise Eliza?

3. How does Rose's view for Eliza differ from Jeremy's?

4. Describe Eliza and Tao Chi'en's relationship in "The Argonauts."

5. How does Rose begin to behave after she realizes her daughter has run away?

6. Why do Rose and John keep Eliza's parentage a secret from Jeremy?

7. Describe the roles of Tao Chi'en and each of his siblings in the family.

8. Why does Eliza feel comfortable in California?

9. Describe the kind of wife Tao Chi'en is looking for.

10. Do you think Jeremy does the right thing in interfering with Rose's love life?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the novel, characters often do favors for each other, and most of these characters are reciprocated in some way for their generosity, either by the person they helped or some other person or force. Choose three instances where favors are done and explain how these favors are repaid. What do you think Allende is saying about favors and payback?

Essay Topic 2

What function does Paulina play in the plot? What themes are portrayed through her character? How is she similar or different than the other female characters?

Essay Topic 3

Eliza has two clashing worlds influencing her as she grows up: the world of proper English people and the world of Chilean poverty. Which lifestyle does she seem to enjoy more? How does each lifestyle shape the woman she grows up to be? Use specific examples.

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