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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Tenorio rageful and threatening to harm Ultima?

2. Why does Antonio's mother guard Ultima from those looking for her help?

3. What does Narcisco warn the Marez family?

4. What does Antonio see when he looked at the northern blue skies?

5. What does Antonio dream about after visiting Aqua Negra?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The setting and sensory emotions are important within Bless Me, Ultima. Describe the critical scenery, tastes and sounds raised in the novel. How do food and eating create ambiance in the story? How does the scenery add depth to the novel?

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

Rudolfo Anaya centers Bless Me, Ultima around the central theme of tension. One example is the mneumonic tension between Antonio's parents, the sea versus the earth. What are other examples of tension throughout the novel? Examine the symbols of tension between good and evil.

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