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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. How long is the trip to South America?

2. What does Eva do to the Cabinet member when she quits working for him?

3. Why does the patrona fire Eva?

4. Why does Frau Carle give up on religion?

5. How does Rolf respond when some of his classmates start wearing patches on their uniforms to remember the death of Lukas?

Short Essay Questions

1. How would you describe Riad?

2. What do the Russian soldiers do to the townspeople in Chapter 2?

3. Who is Huberto Naranjo?

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

5. How does Consuelo instill a sense of imagination in her daughter?

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

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

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

9. What are some of the horrible things Lukas Carle does to his family?

10. Please describe Elvira.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The plot is essential to every novel. Please touch on what a plot is and the various parts of the plot. Break down the plot for Eva Luna.

Essay Topic 2

Zulema plays a crucial role in the life of Eva. Please briefly explain who Zulema was and explain what her effect on Eva's life was. Do you believe that Eva's life may have turned out differently if Zulema was not in it or if Zulema's actions had been different than those in the story?

Essay Topic 3

Coming of age is a large theme in this novel. Please describe the coming-of-age journey for Rolf. Please note what the character is like at the start of the novel as a child and how he changes, including the various occurrences, experiences, and people who helped him.

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