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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who would Gertrudis have liked to have be able to witness her rise to her new position?

2. Pedro senses Tita's _____________ to get back down to the kitchen.

3. Who does Mama Elena's ghost blame for all of the pain that has been caused in the house?

4. What does Pedro tell Tita he wants for their life together, which makes her cry?

5. If Tita does not start to behave, says Rosaura, Rosaura will ____________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

It's interesting to watch the story unfold as the reader sees a group of strong women dominating the narrative. This is much different from the typical stories most of us are told.

Part 1: Why do you think the women of the family in this story are so strong? What might the reason be?

Part 2: In what ways are the women of the story strong? How do each of the family members - Mama, Tita, Gertrudius, and Rosaura each demonstrate their strength?

Part 3: How might the story have been different had the characters not been as strong?

Essay Topic 2

Tears seem to play an important role in this story as well. They seem to creep up not only in sad times, but also in happy times as well.

Part 1: In what ways are tears healing in this story?

Part 2: in what ways are tears painful within this story?

Part 3: How can tears provide both functions? Why does Tita in particular need tears to provide both functions?

Essay Topic 3

John's position as a doctor seems to not only be his title in the story, but also his role in Tita's life.

Part 1: Why does John decide that he wants to be with Tita?

Part 2: Why does John stand back when Tita decides she wants to be with Pedro?

Part 3: Do you think Tita should have married John? Why or why not?

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