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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What is driving Xenufla crazy about Sol on Friday morning, the day Julian visits Don Manuel at home?
2. What kind of tea is made with button mushrooms and secret herbs?
3. What does Sol give Julian that is very dear to her after he talks about his feelings of friendship for her?
4. What does Lucia do that astonishes her aunts in Chapter 14?
5. What job does Julian get that Lucia says sounds like stability to her?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss what the sun symbolizes in this novel. What is the significance of Sol's name as it relates to the sun? Describe two scenes in which the sun acts as an important symbol and analyze its influence on a character(s).
Essay Topic 2
How is the character of Professor Saavedra used as an example of what Julian does not want to become? What kind of life does Saavedra live that Julian finds both positive and negative? Provide textual examples to support your opinion.
Essay Topic 3
Discuss the relationship between Julian and Sol. What makes them feel as if they have known each other forever? Why does Julian resist his love for her?
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