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

Short Answer Questions

1. At the dance for the inauguration for the new headquarters of the Commerical Association, with whom does Malvina dance every dance?

2. What role does Tuísca play in his circus performance?

3. What position is the Captain given after he loses the position of official orator?

4. What does Malvina want to do when she finishes school at the end of the year?

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

Discuss the theme of appearances in Gabriela, Clove, and Cinnamon. How does preoccupation with appearances affect the relationships between the characters throughout the novel? Give three specific examples from the text. How does this theme relate to the overall message of 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 theme of gossip in Gabriela, Clove, and Cinnamon. How does gossip affect the decisions the characters make throughout the novel? Is gossip detrimental or positive? Give two examples from the text.

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