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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first thing Tao Chi'en needs to do to establish himself?

2. What is the name of Joaquin's gang member?

3. What illness is sweeping the town where the brothel resides for the winter?

4. How long is Eliza on the boat?

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

What function does Paulina play in the plot? What themes are portrayed through her character? How is she similar or different than the other female characters?

Essay Topic 2

Explore the minor character Ah Toy. What seems to be her driving force? Why is it important that a woman doing horrible things has such a long lifespan ahead of her? What message does that convey to the reader?

Essay Topic 3

Tao Chi'en is mentioned as far back as the first chapter, but he is not included in the plot until the eighth chapter. What reason would Allende have for mentioning his name several times in the narrative early on? Is it surprising when he is officially introduced?

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