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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which part of the Da Ros home remains intact after the fire?

2. Which of the following does Candidó not take from homes in Arroyo Blanco Estates?

3. Where does Jordan stay after the attack on the family dog?

4. What happens to the bills Candidó is saving?

5. Why does Delaney's column anger readers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Characters' names are symbolic in this story. Choose two characters and describe what their names symbolize. Why would Boyle choose these particular names for the characters?

Essay Topic 2

Identify the climax of this story and the series of events leading up to the climax. How do the characters respond to the climax? What does Boyle include in his story to insure that the climax will be as powerful and meaningful as possible?

Essay Topic 3

Kyra and América are two women in the same town, yet are very different in numerous ways. Compare and contrast the two female characters by using specific examples from Boyle's book.

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