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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who first suggests to Nacib that he hire Gabriela as the cook for the Commerce Restaurant?

2. Where does Colonel Ramiro Bastos spend most of his time?

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

4. Who is announced to be Colonel Ramiro Bastos' political successor?

5. How long does it take for news of São Paulo Modern Art Week to reach Ilhéus?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Fear is a significant theme in Gabriela, Clove, and Cinnamon. Give three examples where the characters act out of fear in the novel and explain the consequences. What message is communicated about fear in the novel?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the symbol of the sofrê in Gabriela, Clove, and Cinnamon. What does this object represent? Why is this significant?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the symbol of the sandbar in Gabriela, Clove, and Cinnamon. What does this object represent? Why is this significant?

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