Questions and Answers
What does Lencho's reaction to receiving the 70 pesos reveal about his character?
Lencho's reaction reveals his strong faith and unwavering expectations from God; he believes he deserved more help.
How does the postmaster's decision to help Lencho reflect the theme of humanity?
The postmaster's decision shows compassion and highlights the selfless nature of human kindness, especially in times of need.
In what ways does the story illustrate the theme of poverty through Lencho's experiences?
The story illustrates poverty through Lencho’s struggle to provide for his family after losing his crops, showcasing their reliance on external assistance.
What is the significance of Lencho writing a second letter to God after receiving 70 pesos?
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How do Lencho's statements about God reflect the overall moral of the story?
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Study Notes
Chapter 1: A Letter to God
Summary
The chapter is a story about a poor farmer, Lencho, who writes a letter to God asking for help after his crop is destroyed by a hailstorm.
Characters
- Lencho: The protagonist, a poor farmer who writes a letter to God.
- The Postmaster: A kind-hearted person who receives Lencho's letter and decides to respond.
Plot
- Lencho's crop is destroyed by a hailstorm, leaving him with no money to support his family.
- He writes a letter to God asking for 100 pesos to help him.
- The postmaster receives the letter and is moved by Lencho's faith.
- The postmaster decides to respond to Lencho's letter and sends him 70 pesos collected from the post office employees.
- Lencho is disappointed with the amount and writes another letter to God complaining about the shortage.
Themes
- Faith: Lencho's strong faith in God is the central theme of the story.
- Humanity: The kindness and generosity of the postmaster and his employees are highlighted.
- Poverty: The struggles of a poor farmer and his family are depicted.
Moral
- The chapter teaches us about the importance of having faith in a higher power and the kindness of strangers.
Important Quotes
- "But Lencho showed not the slightest surprise. In fact, he was certain that God would help him."
- "God could not be so unjust. He would not permit it."
Questions and Answers
- Why did Lencho write a letter to God?
- Lencho wrote a letter to God asking for 100 pesos to help him after his crop was destroyed.
- What did the postmaster do after receiving Lencho's letter?
- The postmaster collected 70 pesos from the post office employees and sent it to Lencho.
- Why was Lencho disappointed with the amount he received?
- Lencho was disappointed because he had asked for 100 pesos but received only 70 pesos.
Chapter 1: A Letter to God
Characters
- Lencho, a poor farmer, is the protagonist who writes a letter to God asking for help after his crop is destroyed by a hailstorm.
- The Postmaster is a kind-hearted person who receives Lencho's letter and decides to respond.
Plot
- A hailstorm destroys Lencho's crop, leaving him with no money to support his family.
- Lencho writes a letter to God asking for 100 pesos to help him.
- The Postmaster receives the letter and is moved by Lencho's faith.
- The Postmaster decides to respond to Lencho's letter and sends him 70 pesos collected from the post office employees.
- Lencho is disappointed with the amount and writes another letter to God complaining about the shortage.
Themes
- Lencho's strong faith in God is the central theme of the story.
- The kindness and generosity of the Postmaster and his employees are highlighted.
- The struggles of a poor farmer and his family are depicted.
Moral
- The chapter teaches us about the importance of having faith in a higher power and the kindness of strangers.
Important Quotes
- Lencho shows no surprise when he receives the response from God, indicating his strong faith.
- Lencho believes that God cannot be so unjust and would not permit his family to suffer.
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This quiz covers the story of Lencho, a poor farmer who writes to God after his crop is destroyed, and the kind-hearted postmaster who responds.
