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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Eliza's plan if she doesn't find Joaquin?

2. How much is the reward for the head of Joaquin?

3. What year is it when "Joaquin" begins?

4. What is the name of the ship Paulina owns?

5. Who says: "I thought there weren't any slaves in California"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The sage's theory is that happiness comes from serving others. If this idea is accurate, which characters in the story should be the happiest? Do they seem happy? Which characters seem the least happy? Use examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

We see unrequited love a lot in this novel. Describe three instances of unrequited love and explain how they relate to the novel as a whole. How do they shape the plot?

Essay Topic 3

Allende portrays the prostitutes in the traveling brothel and the one on the ship as being very kind and loyal. List some examples of times that prostitutes are shown in a good light. What is the significance of portraying these women (who are doing what might be considered immoral by most) as caring and helpful?

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