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

Short Answer Questions

1. What religion was the woman in "Advanced Biology"?

2. What does a stranger do when he sees the girl on a bus in "The Myth of the Latin Woman"?

3. What is the woman called in a business meeting in "The Myth of the Latin Woman"?

4. Who does Olga tell Joaquin to ignore?

5. What is the woman going to promote in "Advanced Biology"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

"The Latin Deli" follows a girl through her maturation to womanhood. Trace the steps the narrator took to become an adult. Select four things that appear to be most vital in defining womanhood for an American Latina. What hurdles did she face? How did she overcome them and what was their lasting impact?

Essay Topic 2

Fidel Castro and Che Guevara are mentioned in this novel as prominent figures in Latin America. Research each and compare and contrast them as leaders. How do the characters' responses to Castro and Guevara help to define the characters more?

Essay Topic 3

The narrator and other characters encounter prejudice throughout this novel. Examine three instances of prejudice that were seen in "The Latin Deli". Who was involved? What happened? What was the impact on the characters involved? What do you think the author is trying to say about prejudice?

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