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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who takes advantage of Tita in the storage room, even though she surrenders to him?

2. When Tita was a child, what was her biggest worry about the holiday she is celebrating?

3. Tita worries that the accident didn't just affect Pedro's skin, but also his ___________.

4. In the end, Tita realizes she must ___________________ with John.

5. Who advises Tita to follow the love in her heart?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Pedro is one of the few male characters in this story and he doesn't seem to be a very strong one.

Part 1: Why doesn't Pedro fight to be with Tita when he asks to marry her in the beginning?

Part 2: Why does Pedro go ahead with his marriage to Rosaura?

Part 3: Do you think Pedro is a coward? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

The ending of the story seems to be confusing for those who read this book. After all, it seems like the characters die and nothing is left but ashes.

Part 1: How do you interpret the ending of the story?

Part 2: What are some other meanings the author might have had for the ending of the book?

Part 3: Does this ending seem suitable to Tita and Pedro? Why or why not?

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