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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. What was wrong with Madrina's baby when it was born?

2. Why does Kamal come to live with Riad?

3. What causes the gardener to almost die in Chapter 1?

4. What is Ines' profession?

5. Which of the following best describes Elvira?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Eva run away from Patrona's?

2. What happens to Madrina after her baby is born deformed?

3. What is the relationship between Professor Jones and Consuelo like?

4. Who is Huberto Naranjo?

5. What role does the Indian play in Consuelo's young life?

6. How does the family react when Lukas returns from war?

7. What are the two hypotheses of how Lukas Carle was killed?

8. What is Eva's time working for the Cabinet member like?

9. What business/trades is Uncle Rupert involved in?

10. How does the Carle family respond to Lukas' death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Romantic relationships can be seen throughout this novel. Please compare and contrast the romantic relationship between Eva and Huberto with the romantic relationship of Rolf and Eva. In your opinion, which one is better for both involved?

Essay Topic 2

Eva grew up for the most part without her mother but was lucky enough to have women step into her life to help raise her. Please compare and contrast Eva's relationship with and child rearing habits of Elvira and Madrina. How are they similar? How are they different? Was one a better care taker of Eva? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Themes are commonly developed throughout a novel. What are two of the main themes you saw in Eva Luna? How are these themes seen in the life of the main character Eva and what role do these themes play in her life throughout the novel?

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