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

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Du introduce to Jasmine that speaks Vietnamese?

2. Whom does Jasmine think of as wise?

3. Just before leaving for the airport Du tells Jasmine that he has how many sisters left?

4. What is the name of the man Wylie met while caroling?

5. What did Jasmine want when Professorji found her crying in the bathroom?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Jasmine, Vilma and Mataji were all widowed. Compare and contrast the choices each made in her widowhood. How did their choices align or contradict their culture's views on widows.

Essay Topic 2

Jasmine's brothers were instrumental in helping her meet her future husband. Describe how this happened, as well as what role they played in her life after she became a widow, when she was trying to get to America.

Essay Topic 3

Several animals are significant in Jasmine's life. For each animal (a dead water-logged dog, a mad dog at a latrine, a bull on a country lane, a gecko, and hogs) briefly describe why they are significant.

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