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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. Why does Amá lock Olga's door?

2. Who does Julia get in a fight with on a field trip?

3. Who is Angie?

4. Who drives Julia home drunk?

5. What kind of candy does Connor buy Julia?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Mr. Ingman suggest Julia do on a field trip?

2. Why did Julia's parents drop out of school?

3. Who is Angie?

4. Who dies at the beginning of the novel?

5. Who is Juanga?

6. Who helps Julia apply to colleges?

7. Why does Julia go shopping for a dress?

8. Who does Julia cuss out at Olga's college?

9. Who is Julia's first kiss?

10. Why does Julia go to Olga's college?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring Julia's relationship with Connor. What is the nature and significance of this relationship? How does it impact Julia? Use evidence from the text to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay exploring Julia's desire to find out more about her sister after her death. What is this journey like, how does it impact Julia and her understanding of Olga? Use evidence from the text to support your ideas.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay describing the author’s narrative tone and writing style. Use examples from the text as evidence for your argument. Use evidence from the text to support your ideas.

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