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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Antonio believe will happen to the men on the bridge?

2. What unique feature did the tunas have?

3. Where did Antonio's father get his education?

4. Which of Antonio's brothers decides to stay with the Marez family?

5. Why does Antonio's mother agree to bring la Grande Ultima into her home?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the ultimatum between Tenorio, his men, Narcisco and Anotnio's father.

2. Describe the adventure Cico and Antonio set out for in Chapter 11.

3. Describe Antonio's dilemma as he grows up in Chapter 4.

4. In Chapter 16, what does Ultima tell Antonio Tenorio must do?

5. What is the difference between a venial sin and a mortal sin?

6. Describe the events which occurred at Tellez's ranch in Aqua Negra.

7. What are the prominent characteristics of the Luna family?

8. What is the significance of Ultima's blessing before Antonio leaves for school?

9. What is Antonio's father's dream now that his sons have returned home from war?

10. What is the importance of Antonio receiving his First Communion on Easter Sunday?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Shamanism is based on the belief that the visible world is pervaded by invisible forces or spirits that affect the lives of the living. In shamanism, certain animals guide or give power to that person. What types of power or guiding do you believe is transferred to humans? What examples of shamanism are included in the novel? Aside from animals, what other examples of shamanism are cited in the novel?

Essay Topic 2

Antonio learns not only his Hispanic Catholic heritage but also his Native American heritage through Ultima. What Catholic icons, sacraments and beliefs are explored in the novel? What Native American traditions or symbols are discussed in Bless Me, Ultima? What are the similarities between the two?

Essay Topic 3

The sun and the moon, the llano and the river play a role in Antonio's maturity. What other characteristics play a significant role in Antonio's development? What individuals play a significant role in Antonio's development? What would happen to Antonio is he did not have these characteristics or characters influencing him?

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