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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Magda never physically harmed in prison?

2. Who helps Magda deal with her guilt over Mitrione?

3. After Marco helps her escape, where is Magda taken?

4. Who is captured at the beginning of Chapter 21?

5. Who are the three women presented in Chapter 14 who have to wrestle with the issue of love versus security?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Pick one of the following topics to write about:

1) The use of religion in the story.

2) The desire of the younger people to go the United States.

3) The transition of the Tupamaros into a more violent organization.

Essay Topic 2

Mamasita has a colorful past and had to overcome many obstacles before she could be with Magda's grandfather. Compare and contrast Mamasita's life with Magda's story. How are they different? How are they the same? How has Magda taken inspiration from her grandmother?

Essay Topic 3

A recurring symbol in this novel is stars. Write an essay explaining the author's use of stars and how it relates to the overall story. Be sure to develop a strong thesis statement and cite specific examples from the the text to support the thesis. Be sure to consider the poinsettia tree, the estrella federal, and even the star on the communist flag. Explore how this relates to the government and to the characters.

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