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

Short Answer Questions

1. What profession does the narrator hold?

2. What does Papi listen to on the radio at night?

3. Where is Senora Valencia's house located?

4. Who does Juana insist Papi take with him when he goes to notify Pico of the children's births?

5. What is the "farming of the bones"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One of the themes The Farming of Bones explores is the impact of love on people's lives. Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme. Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

One of the themes The Farming of Bones explores is the role and importance of memory. Discuss what the novel has to say about this theme. Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

Though Sebastien is not involved in much of the action of the novel, he plays a major role in the plot and development of Amabelle's character. Write an essay discussing:

1) Sebastien's character traits.

2) The impact of Sebastien's life on the plot and Amabelle's character.

3) The impact of Sebastien's death on the plot and Amabelle's character.

Cite several specific examples from the novel to support your ideas.

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