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

Short Answer Questions

1. What other event earlier in the novel lead to a disagreement with Fermina and Dr. Urbino?

2. Fermina's miserable feelings leads her to ask for what?

3. Which of the following terms does NOT describe the arrangement between Dr. Urbino and Fermina while she lived with her cousin?

4. Which position was Florentino demoted to by his uncle?

5. Which of the following is true about Florentino?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the early parts of the novel, Fermina believes that one could be happy not only without love, but despite it. Make a judgment about the accuracy of this statement. Use information from the text and your own life to support your judgment.

Essay Topic 2

Describe in detail, using examples from the novel, how the author uses the technique of foreshadowing throughout this novel.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the concept of divided love. Use specific examples from the text to support your idea of what it means to have divided love.

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