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

Short Answer Questions

1. To what does Allende compare an omelet?

2. Of what does Catherine the Great's breakfast consist?

3. What was probably just a rumor about Catherine the Great?

4. When does the bond between food and pleasure begin?

5. What does this chapter highlight?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Allende has memories of private orgies organized by her step-father for her mother.

Part 1) What intrigues Allende about orgies?

Part 2) Name two reasons the author gives for the purpose of orgies.

Part 3) Why is the Christian church against orgies, according to this book?

Essay Topic 2

The author discusses various aphrodisiacs.

Part 1) What is an aphrodisiac?

Part 2) Name two aphrodisiacs, and explain why they are aphrodisiacs.

Part 3) Explain the history of these two aphrodisiacs.

Essay Topic 3

Panchita gives a recipe for Curanto en Olla.

Part 1) What is a curanto?

Part 2) How do the natives on Easter Island prepare curanto?

Part 3) How does Allende describe curanto?

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