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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Julian tell Panoplo he has found in Sol?

2. When were all the Clericals executed?

3. What is the weather in Guatemala City on December 9?

4. Where does Sol lead Julian while they are on a walk in Chapter 16?

5. What kind of tea is made with button mushrooms and secret herbs?

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

Do you agree or disagree with Lucia's reasons for leaving Julian? How did Julian betray her? Why does she want to protect her son from Julian?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the use of diaries in the novel. What role do they play in informing the reader of the characters' impressions of their experiences as well as their innermost thoughts? Why does Sol give her diary to Julian when she has been careful to hide it from everyone else?

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