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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. Where doesLupito hide from his pursuers?

2. What do Antonio and his family see when they pass Rosie's house?

3. What is Antonio driven to accomplish at school?

4. Why does an upset Chavez go to the Marez home?

5. Why does Antonio's mother call him a luna?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the significance of the river for Antonio?

2. Explain the story Father Byrne told of eternity.

3. Describe the scenery as Antonio and his family drive to El Puerto.

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

5. Describe the events surrounding Lupito's death.

6. What are some of the questions Antonio is unsure of as he rides in Uncle Pedro's truck?

7. What questions of good and evil does Antonio wrestle with in Chapter 16?

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

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

10. Why was the owl special to Antonio?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Maria, Antonio's mother, is a deeply pious woman raised in a family with a strong attachment to the land. Ultima is la curandera who is blessed with supernatural healing powers. Which of these two women has a stronger relationship with Tony? How do these women compliment each other? How do these two women play conflicting roles for Antonio?

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

Bless Me, Ultima displays elements of magic. What are some examples of magic in the novel? How could any of these examples be explained scientifically? Do you believe Antonio is hurt from or benefits from these magical experiences? Explain your answer.

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