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

Short Answer Questions

1. What language is Nacib's language of love?

2. What special part is Gabriela asked to perform in the Three Kings pageant?

3. Why is Professor Josué's heart in mourning?

4. Whom does Gabriela run into at the circus?

5. All of Dr. Argileu Palmeira's children are named after ______________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Deception is a significant theme in Gabriela, Clove, and Cinnamon. Give two examples of deception in the narrative, and explain the consequences for the protagonist. What message is communicated about deception and truth in the novel?

Essay Topic 2

How is kinship treated in Gabriela, Clove, and Cinnamon? Why is this a significant theme in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the theme of justice in Gabriela, Clove, and Cinnamon. How is justice served in the novel? Are the characters that commit crimes or moral infractions given just punishments? Does this change throughout the course of the novel? Give three examples from the text to support your response.

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