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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 does Eva come to meet Rolf?

2. What is Madrina's mental/physical state when Eva finds her in Chapter 9?

3. Why is it difficult for Eva to understand why Mimi wants to be a woman?

4. What is Mimi's opinion of Huberto?

5. Which of the following is a result of political unrest that is starting in Chapter 7?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Mimi's experience with Colonel Rodriquez?

2. What type of leader does Rogelio seem to be?

3. How does the growing political unrest affect Huberto in Chapter 7?

4. How do Riad and Eva handle Zulema after Kamal's departure?

5. How does Eva find Madrina and what does she try to do for her?

6. How does the political unrest affect Eva and Santa Agua?

7. What route does Rolf take to reach Huberto in Chapter 10?

8. How does Eva handle Colonel Rodriquez's interest in her in Chapter 10?

9. How has life changed for Melesio in Chapter 9?

10. What role does Mimi play in Huberto's plan to break out the prisoners?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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.

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