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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Florentino fear that death will end his plans to win Fermina's heart?

2. Which of the following is NOT an accurate description of the type of material Fermina Daza includes in the three page letter she writes to Florentino?

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

4. What event does Florentino go to because Fermina always announces the winners?

5. Which event in chapter five is used to demonstrate that Fermina and Dr. Urbino's serious troubles are distant and insignificant?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the underlying use of rape throughout this novel. Use examples from the story to support an opinion of the point of using such a violent act throughout the novel.

Essay Topic 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

Many of the women with whom Florentino had an affair were worse off after they had a liaison with him. Explain why the author chose to have the women experience events which were often worse after being with Florentino. Be sure to support your answer.

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