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

Short Answer Questions

1. What possession of Caridad's has La Loca taken to wearing following her death?

2. How old is Loca when people hear she is dying?

3. How long will it take Doming to finish this project?

4. What disease does Doctor Tolentino diagnose Loca with?

5. Who does Fe share an apartment with?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Magical realism is an important aspect of Castillo's work. How is this technique used to tell the story of Sofi and her daughters? What does magical realism contribute to the effect of Castillo's work on readers? How does she incorporate it into the greater work?

Essay Topic 2

The church plays a very significant role in the lives of Castillo's characters, even if most of the story does not refer directly to organized religion. What distinction do you think Castillo would make between religion and spirituality? Do you think she would claim that one is superior over the other? What role does religion play in the lives of Sofi and her daughters, as opposed to spirituality?

Essay Topic 3

Which character in Castillo's book is most likable? Why? Which character do you like the least? What is it about that particular character that causes you to dislike him or her?

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