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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. Why does the patrona fire Eva?

2. Why must Eva get a job?

3. What type of message does it send to Rolf when his brother stands up to his father?

4. Who teaches Eva how to read and write?

5. What does Uncle Rupert hope to teach his nephew?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the relationship between Rolf and his cousins?

2. How does Lukas' absence affect his family when he goes to war?

3. What is Consuelo's time at the convent like prior to living with the Professor?

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

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

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

7. Who is Huberto Naranjo?

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

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

10. Please describe Elvira.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Sexuality is a theme throughout the story. Please provide three different examples of sexuality as a theme in the novel, explaining the impact this had on the characters involved, other characters, and/or plot line.

Essay Topic 2

Family is seen throughout the novel. Please compare and contrast Eva's family situation with Rolf's as a child. What effect did their family and upbringing have on Eva and Rolf as people?

Essay Topic 3

Who would you consider the protagonist(s) in Eva Luna and who/what are the main antagonists to this protagonist(s)? Please provide examples from the book showing how the interaction and relationships between the antagonist(s) and protagonist(s)? Do antagonist(s) and protagonist(s) always have to be living things (humans, animals)?

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