Topic 1

Who is Florentino Ariza? Describe his physical appearance. Explain why he is considered a “romantic.” Why do you believe that Florentino is so taken with Fermina? Is he really in love with her or mentally ill? Why does Florentino insist on maintaining his virginity, even after Fermina rejects him? After Florentino has lost his virginity, what changes in his life? Why does Florentino have trouble accepting that he is aging?

Topic 2

Who is Fermina Daza? What are some adjectives that the author uses to describe her? Describe her physical appearance. Why do you believe Fermina has such a change of heart about Florentino when she returns from her travels abroad? Do you believe that Fermina ever stops loving Florentino? Why does she allow Florentino into her life after her husband dies? In what ways is Fermina a prisoner in her own life?

Topic 3

Who is Juvenal...