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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the flaming lanterns on the streets of Guatemala look like to Julian at night?

2. What does Lucia put on the back of the newspaper article about Julian?

3. What does Julian ask Panoplo about?

4. What color does the statue's eyes change to when Sol stands before it?

5. What is the name of the statue that Julian sees in El Parque de La Victoria?

Short Essay Questions

1. How is Julian's play received?

2. Describe how Julian finds a place to stay when he arrives in Guatemala.

3. When Lucia leaves with Ismaelillo, what does she say in the letter she leaves for Julian?

4. Describe the oath Julian makes to himself as he watches the ship disappear with his wife and child.

5. What does Xenufla think about Sol's lack of a husband?

6. Is Lucia impressed with the Manuels and their home?

7. Does Lucia feel betrayed by Julian?

8. Is Julian happy with the last fortune he receives?

9. Why is Lucia angry when she receives the copy of the article about Julian?

10. Does religion play an important role in this time period?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the relationship between Xenufla and Sol? How does Xenufla take care of Sol and provide guidance in her life? How does Xenufla influence Sol's decision to visit the shrine of St. Rita?

Essay Topic 2

How are both Lucia and Sol transformed by their relationship with Julian? Describe the scenes in which Lucia and Sol feel transformed as women. How are these scenes similar? Different?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the character of Don Manuel. What role does he play in Julian's life? Do you think he uses manipulation to influence Julian? How so?

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