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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Eliza is asking about Joaquin, she tells people he is her what?

2. How does Tao Chi'en make money?

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

4. Who says: "The woman very cleverly pawned her daughter off on us"?

5. What is the name of the women Tao Chi'en falls in love with?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

What is the significance of Lin's ghost? How does she help to move the plot along? What does she represent for Tao Chi'en?

Essay Topic 3

Upon being acquainted, Eliza and Joaquin seem to have very little in common. What do they see in each other? Eliza and Tao Chi'en also seem to have many differences. Do you think their relationship will work out any better? Use examples from the novel to support your ideas.

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