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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Darlene supposed to do if Kyra does not call her within fifteen minutes of arriving at the Da Ros place?

2. What does Kyra find in her purse?

3. Which of the following homes is burned in the fire?

4. What does Kyra give Delaney as a surprise gift?

5. What is the topic of Delaney's column, "Pilgrim at Topanga Creek"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Boyle's story presents two marriages that appear to be very different from one another. How are the relationships different? How are they the same? Be sure to use specific examples from your reading.

Essay Topic 2

The wall is a significant part of Boyle's story. What does the wall symbolize? What similarities can you give between the wall and Candidó's qualities?

Essay Topic 3

The title of Boyle's work, "The Tortilla Curtain," does not obviously communicate the theme of his book. In your opinion, why does Boyle choose this particular title for his work? What does this title signify? What does it tell readers about the story?

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