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

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes Florentino have to request a different day to meet Fermina?

2. Which character has the more optimistic view of aging?

3. What did Fermina Daza do with the furniture?

4. Which of the following is something Fermina did NOT burn?

5. Which description best fits Fermina's view of love?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the early parts of the novel, Fermina believes that one could be happy not only without love, but despite it. Make a judgment about the accuracy of this statement. Use information from the text and your own life to support your judgment.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the purpose of including the intestinal discomfort Florentino experienced often throughout the novel.

Essay Topic 3

Dr. Urbino and Fermina did not marry for love. Do you believe a meaningful marriage can be had when love is not involved? Support your opinion with real-life examples and information from the text.

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