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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Esmeralda's occupation?

2. What does Esperanza usually want to talk about?

3. What is Felicia afraid of when Loca becomes ill?

4. What is La Loca's favorite place?

5. What illness is Fe diagnosed with at the hospital?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Magical realism is an important aspect of Castillo's work. How is this technique used to tell the story of Sofi and her daughters? What does magical realism contribute to the effect of Castillo's work on readers? How does she incorporate it into the greater work?

Essay Topic 2

Castillo uses a great deal of imagery in her book, particularly when using magical realism. What specific examples of imagery did Castillo include? How does this imagery add to the readers' experience of the story?

Essay Topic 3

The church plays a very significant role in the lives of Castillo's characters, even if most of the story does not refer directly to organized religion. What distinction do you think Castillo would make between religion and spirituality? Do you think she would claim that one is superior over the other? What role does religion play in the lives of Sofi and her daughters, as opposed to spirituality?

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