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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. As they look down at the countryside, what do Dr. Urbino and Fermina see dotting the countryside?

3. Whom does Fermina banish from her life?

4. Why does Florentino lose this position?

5. What does Florentino tell his mistress he is going to do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the relevance of the balloon ride across the country that Fermina and Dr. Urbina took.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay, using examples from the novel, describing the various testaments to love. Include in your essay how effective you believe these testaments would be in today's society.

Essay Topic 3

Do you believe this story had a happy ending? Why or why not? Use specific details from the book to support your answer.

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