The Red Umbrella Multiple Choice Questions
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What did the protagonist imagine about their teacher, Señora Cardoza?

  • She would be leading the revolution
  • She would be flustered when questioned by new government officials (correct)
  • She would be absent from school
  • She would be excited about the revolution

    • Why was the protagonist tired of constantly hearing about the revolution?

  • It disrupted their school schedule (correct)
  • It was too loud
  • It made the protagonist feel anxious
  • It was too boring

    • What was the protagonist's reaction to the distant rumbling noise?

  • They ignored it
  • They searched the sky for a storm (correct)
  • They started running
  • They called out for Frankie

    • Why did the protagonist thank Castro?

    <p>For postponing their algebra test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for the protagonist's hesitation about having a party?

    <p>The possibility of the soldiers leaving by November</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who interrupts the protagonist's thoughts about having a party?

    <p>Frankie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the topic of discussion at the Jóvenes Rebeldes meeting?

    <p>Politics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist witness driving through Puerto Mijares?

    <p>A caravan of camouflaged trucks and jeeps filled with soldiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the radio broadcast about, overheard by the protagonist, hint at?

    <p>Socialism and a communist state in Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reflects the protagonist's aspirations and dreams?

    <p>Her desire to visit Paris or Rome with her best friend</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family's behavior and the radio broadcast suggest about the political situation in Cuba?

    <p>It is affecting the daily lives of the characters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist carefully select, indicating the importance of appearances and potential encounters in town?

    <p>Her outfit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the story convey amidst the backdrop of political tension and uncertainty?

    <p>A sense of unease and foreboding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist plan to do with her best friend, Ivette, in downtown Puerto Mijares?

    <p>Spend the day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family's worried demeanor suggest about their reaction to the radio broadcast?

    <p>They are concerned about the implications of the broadcast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist witness about the soldiers driving through Puerto Mijares?

    <p>They appear intense and determined</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What time period is the story set in?

    <p>1961</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's observation of the soldiers hint at?

    <p>The broader political context in which the story is set</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's desire to visit Paris or Rome with her best friend reflect?

    <p>Her aspirations and dreams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mamá request Lucía and Frankie to do for the next few days?

    <p>Stay home for safety reasons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Lucía initially feel about Mamá's serious conversation?

    <p>Disappointed about spending time with Frankie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie believe the revolution will bring about?

    <p>Fairness and equality for everyone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the changes in Cuba mentioned by Mamá?

    <p>Closure of schools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mamá emphasize the importance of to Lucía and Frankie?

    <p>Staying inside for safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Lucía and Frankie feel about the unexpected serious discussions?

    <p>Puzzled and concerned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Frankie excited about in the beginning of the discussion?

    <p>Catching a big fish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucía debating between at the beginning of the discussion?

    <p>A yellow headband and a green and white polka-dot one</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie suggest doing instead of staying inside?

    <p>Going to the beach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main topic of the serious conversation Mamá wants to have?

    <p>The revolution and safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's conversation reflecting?

    <p>The impact of the revolution on their daily lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the concerns expressed by Mamá about the changes in Cuba?

    <p>Expulsion of priests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action does Lucía take to avoid being held hostage by her mother?

    <p>Pretends to be sick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Lucía hesitant to investigate the soldiers outside with Frankie?

    <p>She fears for her family's safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Lucía and Frankie witness outside the school?

    <p>Soldiers mistreating men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who does Lucía recognize among the men mistreated by the soldiers?

    <p>Papá's kind boss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year is the story set?

    <p>1961</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary backdrop for the family's conflict in the story?

    <p>Political tension in Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrative primarily highlight?

    <p>The impact of political events on family dynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the characters navigate amidst political turmoil?

    <p>Personal desires and safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme portrayed in the text?

    <p>Fear and danger faced by ordinary citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's mother forbid her from doing?

    <p>Leaving the house</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the soldiers do, leading to gunfire?

    <p>Mistreat the men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie want to do in relation to the soldiers outside?

    <p>Investigate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist burdened by?

    <p>A disturbing secret involving soldiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the father's boss, Señor Betafil, arrested for?

    <p>Authorities in Havana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's brother preoccupied with?

    <p>Playing with toy soldiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist grappling with?

    <p>The weight of keeping secrets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrative emphasize about the family's challenges?

    <p>The impact of the country's turmoil on their daily lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's internal struggle evident in?

    <p>Her upcoming quinceañera, the weight of the secret, and the unfolding political turmoil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family trying to maintain despite the ominous events?

    <p>A sense of normalcy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What consumes the protagonist's thoughts?

    <p>Questions about the arrested man, the soldiers, and the political upheaval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the story capture the tension between?

    <p>Family loyalty, the weight of keeping secrets, and the looming political turmoil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrative provide a glimpse into?

    <p>The protagonist's inner turmoil and her struggle to comprehend the events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text portray the family grappling with?

    <p>Personal and political challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's struggle to comprehend?

    <p>The weight of the family's secrets and the unfolding political turmoil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mamá remember about her youth?

    <p>Sitting in the corner with her mother at parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the current status of the Yacht Club mentioned in the text?

    <p>Exclusively for the 'appropriate revolutionaries'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's reaction to the possibility of attending a dance at the Yacht Club?

    <p>She is excited and willing to attend with a chaperone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Papá's behavior indicate in the text?

    <p>He is searching for a tool in the middle of the day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ivette imply about the protagonist's mood?

    <p>The protagonist's fake smile during lunch suggests nervousness about an upcoming event.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's mother emphasize the importance of?

    <p>The importance of maintaining friendships and repairing relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ivette suggest about the protagonist's feelings towards the upcoming dance?

    <p>Ivette suggests that the protagonist's true feelings are masked by a fake smile and she is actually nervous about the dance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía purchase at Machado’s Pharmacy?

    <p>Nail polish, children's aspirin, and camphor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color nail polish does Señora Garra help Lucía choose?

    <p>Light berry-colored</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why has Laura Milian been shunned by others?

    <p>For her father’s anti-revolutionary activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel hesitant about when she encounters Laura Milian?

    <p>Becoming friends with her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for Lucía's conflict about hanging out with Laura?

    <p>Her parents being strict and already having a close friend</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía tentatively agree to, regarding her interaction with Laura?

    <p>The possibility of hanging out with Laura in the future</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the condition set by Lucía's mother for attending the dance?

    <p>Her father will also chaperone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía daydream about while walking home?

    <p>Dancing with Manuel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is Laura Milian to Lucía?

    <p>A former popular girl who tries to connect with her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What items does Lucía buy for her sick brother, Frankie?

    <p>Children's aspirin and camphor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucía's initial reaction to Laura's attempt to connect with her?

    <p>Hesitant about becoming friends with her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel conflicted about regarding Laura Milian?

    <p>Hanging out with her, due to her parents being strict and already having a close friend</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Fernando hide under the floor due to a government announcement?

    <p>Money and papers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family discuss in relation to the impact of the revolution?

    <p>Wealth redistribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía consider her only way out of the house?

    <p>Picking up medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reflects the father's sense of distrust in banks and concern for the family's financial security?

    <p>Emptying the safe-deposit box</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía hint at by being eager to leave the house?

    <p>Restrictions and tensions within the family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family grapple with amidst the revolution?

    <p>Changes brought about by the revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary backdrop for the family's conflict in the story?

    <p>Political tension and uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the father's behavior reflect amidst the revolution?

    <p>Fear and uncertainty about the future</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's worried demeanor suggestive of?

    <p>Their reaction to the political situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrative primarily highlight?

    <p>The impact of the revolution on everyday lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family need to protect their belongings from being taken?

    <p>The need to hide belongings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's struggle reflect amidst the revolution?

    <p>The impact of the revolution on their everyday lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's mother mistake her distress for?

    <p>A broken nail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's father plan to discuss with both Lucía and her mother?

    <p>The disturbing events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to Lucía's decision not to leave the house again?

    <p>Finding Doc Machado's body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucía's initial reaction to her mother's misunderstanding?

    <p>Distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie show concern for regarding Lucía's health?

    <p>Her appetite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's mother seek to do after learning about Doc Machado's death?

    <p>Reassure Lucía</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía confide in her mother about?

    <p>The traumatic experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía eventually reveal to her mother?

    <p>The truth about Doc Machado's death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's family seek from her father regarding the situation?

    <p>Support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's mother mistake for a traumatic event?

    <p>Lucía's distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía decide not to do after the traumatic event?

    <p>Leave the house again</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist, Lucía, deeply affected by?

    <p>The traumatic event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the father's plan to show they have nothing to hide from the Committee for the Defense of the Revolution (CDR)?

    <p>Sitting on the porch every evening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the father's main concern regarding his children and the revolution?

    <p>Rumors about the government taking responsibility for his children's education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the father insist his daughter, Lucía, must attend to show loyalty to the revolution?

    <p>A dance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family trying to maintain amidst the political climate and government pressure?

    <p>A facade of loyalty to the revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucía reluctant to participate in, reflecting her trauma from recent events?

    <p>Activities that show loyalty to the revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mother concerned about in relation to her children and the revolution?

    <p>Their safety and navigating compliance with the revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family under pressure to do in relation to the revolution?

    <p>Conform to the revolution's expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the father trying to balance in his approach to the government and his children?

    <p>Compliance with the revolution and his children's safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family's behavior primarily aim to present?

    <p>A facade of loyalty to the revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern of the family amidst the political climate?

    <p>The consequences of non-compliance with the revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the mother emphasize the importance of to Lucía and Frankie?

    <p>Their safety and navigating compliance with the revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family trying to navigate amidst the political climate and government pressure?

    <p>Compliance with the revolution and their safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ivette suggest doing to the boy who made Lucía upset?

    <p>Confront him and give him a piece of her mind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel about her behavior in front of Manuel?

    <p>Embarrassed and humiliated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ivette plan to tell her mother to get Lucía out of the situation?

    <p>They both feel sick from bad shrimp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía do when she's done telling Ivette about her experience with Manuel?

    <p>Looked at herself in the mirror</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of telling people to wait for George?

    <p>To use it as a code for identification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Mamá ask Frankie to behave and listen to his sister?

    <p>To maintain a good impression in front of someone they are meeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Frankie wear a suit and Lucia a yellow dress with embroidered flowers?

    <p>To make a good impression on someone they are meeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the soldier's restriction on carrying the suitcases indicate?

    <p>Tension in the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family hope for regarding the father's return?

    <p>They hope for his swift release from custody</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist feel guilty about?

    <p>Confiding in a friend about the father's hidden items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family eagerly await?

    <p>The dropping of all charges against the father</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist initially refuse to do?

    <p>Read a note from a friend, Ivette</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the father reveal about the charges against him?

    <p>Most charges have been dropped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist suspect about Ivette?

    <p>Involvement in revealing the father's secret hiding place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the chapter end with?

    <p>A newspaper headline about Cuba seeking more spies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the protagonist decide to cut ties with Ivette?

    <p>Due to the suspicion of betrayal by Ivette</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the mother encourage the protagonist to do before she leaves?

    <p>Communicate with Ivette</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist receive from a friend, Ivette?

    <p>A note expressing innocence and a desire to talk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family's uncle inform them about the father?

    <p>The father hasn't been officially charged yet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist suspect about the soldiers' actions?

    <p>Involvement in revealing the father's secret hiding place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary backdrop for the family's conflict in the story?

    <p>Government control and ideological pressures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Fernando considering as an alternative source of income?

    <p>Working as a handyman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for the family's reluctance to seek help from Tío Antonio?

    <p>Due to a falling out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reflects the uncertainty and fear experienced by families as they navigate a rapidly changing socio-political landscape?

    <p>The tension in the family and a heated argument between the parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family reluctant to do despite their financial struggles?

    <p>Seek help from Tío Antonio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the government pressuring the children, Lucía and Frankie, to do?

    <p>Join revolutionary groups and work on farms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern of the parents regarding their children and the revolution?

    <p>The government's pressure on their children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrative primarily highlight?

    <p>The impact of government control and ideological pressures on families</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Papá's somber mood during the family meeting alarm the children about?

    <p>The impact of government control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family debate over, reflecting their financial struggles?

    <p>Leisure activities for the children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mamá's behavior waiting for a visit from Alicia Milian indicate?

    <p>Her hope for a positive change in their circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family's worried demeanor suggest about their reaction to the radio broadcast?

    <p>Fear and uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are the parents sending their children to the U.S.?

    <p>To protect them from the government's influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the father's reason for believing the children will be safer in the U.S.?

    <p>The children are less likely to be influenced by the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's emotional state at the airport?

    <p>Sad and tearful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the father remind the children to do before parting ways?

    <p>Use their manners and show gratitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the atmosphere at the airport in relation to security?

    <p>Heavily guarded and strict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concern of the children about leaving for the U.S.?

    <p>They don't want to leave their home country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the father encourage the children to do while they are apart?

    <p>Be strong and take care of each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the parents' primary concern about the government's influence on their children?

    <p>The children might be brainwashed by propaganda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the children's reaction to the decision to send them to the U.S.?

    <p>They are upset and do not want to leave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for the family's departure to the U.S.?

    <p>To escape political persecution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the parents' attitude towards the government's demand for the children's involvement in the revolution?

    <p>Concerned and cautious</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucia's family find upon arriving home?

    <p>Their house ransacked by soldiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the emotional tone of the family's farewell at the airport?

    <p>Emotional and heartfelt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ivette's mother accuse Lucia's family of?

    <p>Illegal activities and working with the underground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Lucia's father taken away by the authorities?

    <p>For questioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucia realize about Ivette's betrayal?

    <p>Ivette revealed the location of their hidden jewelry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucia's initial reaction to her father's arrest?

    <p>Distraught and fearful for her father's safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Lucia feel about her trust in Ivette?

    <p>Guilty and blames herself for the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucia's mother doing when the family arrives home?

    <p>Holding her brother, Frankie, as they are being interrogated by the police</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Lucia's family feel about their future without their father?

    <p>Devastated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the soldiers doing inside Lucia's house?

    <p>Making a mess, emptying drawers, and moving furniture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ivette deny when confronted by Lucia?

    <p>Betraying Lucia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Lucia's father appear when the family arrives home?

    <p>Sitting at the dining room table with his hands cuffed behind him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucia's immediate reaction to the soldiers' presence?

    <p>Hesitant to investigate the situation with Frankie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist wish for when seeing the people on the beach from the plane?

    <p>She wished her parents could see all of this and that they were just here on a family vacation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What realization does the protagonist have about the buildings she sees from the plane?

    <p>She had assumed that only Havana had tall buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist imagine about her family while on the plane?

    <p>She imagined her parents were with them on a family vacation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist realize about the size of the building pointed out by Frankie?

    <p>It was more like twenty stories and they had buildings like that in Havana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the camp feel like to the girls?

    <p>A boarding school with strict rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advice given to the girls regarding breakfast at the camp?

    <p>To be on good terms with the staff for extra food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucy finding overwhelming despite having studied it for years?

    <p>Learning English</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Frankie struggling with at the camp?

    <p>Conditions at the camp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the camp's English teacher emphasize the importance of?

    <p>Practicing the language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucy reassure Frankie about?

    <p>They will make their parents proud and potentially receive letters from them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Frankie worried about in the story?

    <p>The situation at the camp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Angela's fate in the story?

    <p>Being sent to live with a family in Oregon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to children who aren't picked up by family members at the camp?

    <p>They are sent elsewhere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucy emphasize to comfort Frankie?

    <p>They still have each other and may end up with a nice family in Miami Beach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the camp's breakfast entail?

    <p>Basic meals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the limited free time for the girls at the camp primarily attributed to?

    <p>Restrictions on socializing with boys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel overwhelmed by at the camp?

    <p>Lack of privacy and hiding Frankie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie suggest as a solution to their struggles at the camp?

    <p>Writing to their parents for money to fly back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Lucía feel about writing to her parents about their struggles at the camp?

    <p>Hesitant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie express dissatisfaction with at the camp?

    <p>His mistreatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Angela do to show care and support to Lucía at the camp?

    <p>Gives Lucía a cookie and milk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What surprises Lucía about Frankie's actions at the camp?

    <p>Frankie secretly joining her in her bunk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel like at the camp?

    <p>A prisoner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie ask of Lucía at the camp?

    <p>To stay with her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the setting of the text?

    <p>1961 at Kendall Camp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Lucía and Frankie worry about at the camp?

    <p>Being separated and mistreated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía struggle with at the camp?

    <p>Lack of privacy and freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Lucía and Frankie face at the camp?

    <p>Challenges and uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel as she watches Frankie from inside the building?

    <p>A sense of loneliness and heartbreak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucía's primary concern about Frankie's well-being?

    <p>He might be scared or crying due to the thunderstorm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What wakes Lucía up on her first morning at the new facility?

    <p>A bell ringing for the morning routine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Lucía and Angela discuss about their living arrangements?

    <p>The challenges of sharing a bunk bed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Lucía feel about the new rules and routines of the facility?

    <p>A sense of adjustment and adapting to the structured environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the chapter end with as Lucía reflects on her experience at the facility?

    <p>A sense of shared experience and loneliness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does George reassure Lucía about when they discuss their separation?

    <p>She needs to be strong and make her parents proud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Frankie react to being separated from Lucía?

    <p>He is visibly upset</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who will assist Lucía in getting settled in her new living quarters?

    <p>Mrs. Eckhart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the new chapter that the text shifts to?

    <p>Castro Adopts Brainwashing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucía reflecting on as the chapter ends and it's raining?

    <p>Her first night away from Frankie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does George emphasize as the reason for sending Lucía to the facility?

    <p>To make her parents proud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the narrator's initial impression of Miami's landscape compared to Cuba?

    <p>The narrator finds Miami's landscape more vibrant and colorful than Cuba's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the narrator's concerns about language and understanding in Miami?

    <p>The narrator is worried about not being able to communicate in English</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the group's encounter with a welcoming committee at the airport an example of?

    <p>A warm reception from local authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does George, who works with the Catholic Church, offer to assist the group with?

    <p>Finding accommodation and transportation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrator observe about the differences in the atmosphere between Miami and Cuba?

    <p>The narrator notices a more relaxed and carefree atmosphere in Miami compared to Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does George reassure the group about?

    <p>Their safety in Miami</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the group's drive with George entail?

    <p>A journey through the changing landscape of Miami</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrator's distracted state and request for clarification on their destination indicate?

    <p>The narrator's disorientation and confusion about their new surroundings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Laura's departure and the group's uncertainty about their next steps signify?

    <p>The group's sudden transition and lack of a clear plan in Miami</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does George's arrangement for the group's accommodation and transportation demonstrate?

    <p>George's genuine willingness to help the group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the group's encounter with George, who works with the Catholic Church, reflect?

    <p>The group's initial connection with a compassionate and helpful individual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist realize as the plane flies over the beach?

    <p>People look like ants wandering in and out of the water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's reaction to the building pointed out by Frankie reveal?

    <p>The protagonist is familiar with similar buildings in Havana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the absence of Mamá's umbrella symbolize for the protagonist?

    <p>The loss of protection and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's wish for Mamá and Papá to see indicate?

    <p>The protagonist's longing for Mamá and Papá</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the group's encounter with George, who works with the Catholic Church, an example of?

    <p>A turning point in the group's journey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrator's distracted state and request for clarification on their destination indicate?

    <p>The narrator's disorientation in the new environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the group's drive with George and the changing landscape reflective of?

    <p>The physical and emotional journey of the group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does George's offer to assist the group and their initial interactions with him demonstrate?

    <p>The kindness and generosity of strangers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the narrator's anxiety about stepping into a new country an example of?

    <p>The common fear of the unknown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the group's encounter with a welcoming committee at the airport signify?

    <p>The initial hospitality and warmth towards the group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the group's uncertainty about their next steps indicative of?

    <p>The group's feeling of being lost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the group's concerns about language and understanding in Miami highlight?

    <p>The challenges of communication in a new environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does George's reassurance to the group about their safety emphasize?

    <p>The importance of feeling secure in a new environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrator's observations about the differences in the atmosphere between Miami and Cuba reveal?

    <p>The stark contrast between the two locations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Laura's departure and the group's uncertainty about their next steps an example of?

    <p>A moment of disarray for the group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the group's arrival in Miami indicative of?

    <p>The start of a new chapter for the group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern of the girls at the Cuban refugee camp?

    <p>Securing extra food from the staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Lucy find learning English overwhelming?

    <p>Despite having studied it for years, she still struggles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reassurance does Lucy offer Frankie about their situation at the camp?

    <p>They may end up with a nice family in Miami Beach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie suggest as a solution to their struggle at the camp?

    <p>Escaping and returning home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary emotion Frankie experiences at the camp?

    <p>Fear and struggle with the camp's conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fate of children who aren't picked up by family members from the camp?

    <p>They are sent to other locations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the camp's English teacher emphasize the importance of?

    <p>Practicing the English language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Angela's situation at the camp involve?

    <p>Being sent to live with a family in Oregon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the camp feel like to the girls despite the reality of their situation?

    <p>A strict boarding school</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern of the boys and girls at the camp?

    <p>Finding ways to leave the camp and return home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the camp advise the girls to do in order to secure extra food?

    <p>Stay on good terms with the staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucy find particularly challenging despite her efforts?

    <p>Studying English</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucía awakened by on her first morning at the new facility?

    <p>A bell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who will assist Lucía in getting settled in her new living quarters?

    <p>Mrs. Eckhart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel as she watches Frankie from inside the building?

    <p>A sense of loneliness and heartbreak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía reflect on as the chapter ends and it's raining?

    <p>The feeling of being alone but surrounded by other girls in the facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Angela emphasize the importance of to Lucía?

    <p>Being on time for breakfast and English class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía contemplate as she adapts to the structured environment of the facility?

    <p>The new rules and routines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucía's primary concern about Frankie at the new facility?

    <p>How he is coping with the separation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel as she reflects on her first night away from Frankie?

    <p>Loneliness and worry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía discuss with Angela in relation to their living quarters?

    <p>The challenges of sharing a bunk bed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel as she contemplates the new rules and routines of the facility?

    <p>A sense of adjustment and adapting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía reflect on as she watches Frankie being dropped off at his respective facility?

    <p>Feeling overwhelmed and worried about taking care of Frankie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does George reassure Lucía about as they are dropped off at their respective facilities?

    <p>That she needs to be strong and make her parents proud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie suggest as a solution to their struggles at the camp?

    <p>Asking their parents for money to fly back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel overwhelmed by?

    <p>The situation and Frankie's request</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Angela give to Lucía as a gesture of care and support?

    <p>A cookie and milk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What surprises Lucía about Frankie's actions at the camp?

    <p>Frankie secretly joining her in her bunk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía hesitate to do regarding their struggles at the camp?

    <p>Write to her parents about their struggles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Lucía and Frankie worry about at the camp?

    <p>Being separated and mistreated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel like at the camp?

    <p>A prisoner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie express dissatisfaction with at the camp?

    <p>His mistreatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía think about in relation to her family while at the camp?

    <p>The challenges of communication with them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie ask to do in relation to Lucía at the camp?

    <p>Stay with her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text reflect about the struggles and emotions of the characters?

    <p>The challenges and uncertainty at the camp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What surprises Lucía about Frankie's suggestion at the camp?

    <p>Writing to their parents to ask for money to fly back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mrs. Baxter mistakenly assume about the destination?

    <p>It is an island surrounded by water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mr. Baxter's reaction to Mrs. Baxter's comment about her Spanish skills indicate?

    <p>He is surprised by her knowledge of Spanish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist realize about their understanding of English?

    <p>They understand more English when spoken slowly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Mrs. Baxter's plan for the protagonist and Frankie?

    <p>To start a full day of English classes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the weekly allowance provided to the siblings by the Baxters?

    <p>Fifty cents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's concern about contacting her parents in Cuba?

    <p>It's deemed too expensive by Mrs. Baxter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What household chore are the siblings expected to help with?

    <p>Feeding chickens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist write a letter to her parents about?

    <p>Expressing concern about their well-being and potential return home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mrs. Baxter offer the protagonist for the upcoming winter?

    <p>A sweater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist emphasize by translating English to Spanish for her brother?

    <p>Their bilingual background</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the text?

    <p>The siblings' emotional and practical adjustments to their new environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist reflect on in the text?

    <p>The differences between Cuba and America and the challenges of adapting to a new culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Mrs. Baxter's attitude towards the siblings?

    <p>Nurturing and providing guidance and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist struggle with in the text?

    <p>Adapting to a new culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucy accidentally eat for breakfast at the Baxters'?

    <p>Spicy food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist express concern about in the letter to her parents?

    <p>Their well-being and potential return home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Mr. Baxter excited about on TV for the first time?

    <p>Lawrence Welk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist emphasize by translating for her brother?

    <p>Their bilingual background</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity leads Lucy to be exhausted at the Baxters'?

    <p>Constantly watching over Frankie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Lucy and Frankie have a playful fight with?

    <p>Mud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Baxters' family occupation?

    <p>Farming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucy feel unfamiliar with at the Baxters'?

    <p>Snow and spicy food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mrs. Baxter serve Lucy and Frankie for breakfast?

    <p>Spicy breakfast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mr. Baxter dislike doing on Saturdays?

    <p>Going to the feed store</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucy worry about regarding the Baxters' home?

    <p>Being sent away</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucy feel unfamiliar with at the Baxters'?

    <p>Snow and spicy food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucy struggle with during breakfast at the Baxters'?

    <p>Eating spicy food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucy do for the first time with Frankie at the Baxters'?

    <p>Have a playful mud fight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía secretly stash after arriving at the Baxter's home?

    <p>A box of Cuban cigars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía struggle with during dinner at the Baxter's home?

    <p>Mrs. B's casserole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Frankie express excitement about after arriving at the Baxter's home?

    <p>The box of clothes and toys left by Carl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mrs. Baxter appreciate about Lucía?

    <p>Her English skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía do to communicate with Frankie at the Baxter's home?

    <p>Teaching him English phrases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía receive from the Baxter's for clothing?

    <p>Hand-me-down clothes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mrs. Baxter try to do to comfort Lucía?

    <p>Share stories of Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía help Mrs. Baxter with at the Baxter's home?

    <p>Clearing the table</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía try to adapt to with Mrs. Baxter's help?

    <p>The American accent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel deeply upset about at the Baxter's home?

    <p>Wearing used clothing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía do with Frankie at the Baxter's home?

    <p>Communicate and teach him English phrases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is evident throughout the text?

    <p>Lucía's internal struggle with homesickness and her efforts to adapt to her new surroundings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event brings emotional relief and a connection to the protagonist's Spanish-speaking home?

    <p>Reaching the protagonist's parents on the phone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the newspaper headline about the U.S. considering a blockade against Cuba indicate?

    <p>The story is set in 1961</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist feel a strong emotional response to upon hearing?

    <p>The sound of her father's voice on the phone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the protagonist and Frankie being prepared for by Mrs. Baxter?

    <p>School in September</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist feel while living on the farm, reminiscent of her time spent helping her mother in Cuba?

    <p>A sense of peace and belonging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mrs. Baxter's husband's sale of two boxes of cigars for ten dollars each allow them to do?

    <p>Make a call to the protagonist's parents in Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist and Frankie's uncertainty about their return to Cuba and the timing of their departure indicative of?

    <p>The backdrop of political tension and uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist help with as part of her daily routine on the farm?

    <p>Gathering eggs and feeding chickens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist feel a sense of peace and belonging reminiscent of while living on the farm?

    <p>Her time spent helping her mother in Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist express her longing for upon hearing her father's voice on the phone?

    <p>Her Spanish-speaking home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mrs. Baxter take an interest in teaching the protagonist and Frankie in preparation for?

    <p>School in September</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist and Frankie's adjustment to their new life in Nebraska involve Mrs. Baxter taking on a role in?

    <p>Their education and well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mr. Baxter offer to teach Lucía?

    <p>How to drive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's father hope for in his letter?

    <p>To be together soon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What gift does Lucía receive on her birthday?

    <p>A little gold cross</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Lucía feel about the day after receiving the news from Mr. Baxter?

    <p>It hadn't been such a horrible day after all</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mrs. Baxter prepare for Christmas dinner?

    <p>American alternatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the Baxters give Lucía and Frankie for Christmas?

    <p>Toys and games</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the chapter end with, setting a tense political backdrop?

    <p>A newspaper headline about Castro's pledge to fight to the death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the gift-giving reflect?

    <p>The Baxters' efforts to make Lucía and Frankie feel at home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the Baxters attempt to incorporate into their Christmas festivities?

    <p>Cuban traditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mrs. Baxter hint at for Frankie?

    <p>A surprise or special gift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía dream of in Varadero?

    <p>A perfect day at the beach with TV star Ricky Nelson and friends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the Baxters include Lucía's Cuban family in?

    <p>Their Christmas dinner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the chapter portray a blend of?

    <p>Cultural differences, family dynamics, and political climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the Baxters and Lucía discuss regarding gift-giving traditions?

    <p>Differences between Cuba and the United States, specifically regarding Santa Claus and the Three Kings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the chapter end with, hinting at a tense political backdrop?

    <p>A newspaper headline about Castro's pledge to fight to the death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Baxters attempt to create for Lucía and Frankie?

    <p>A festive Christmas atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What Christmas gifts does Mrs. Baxter give to the protagonist and her brother?

    <p>A knitted scarf and a paid call to Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes concern for the protagonist and her brother about their family in Cuba?

    <p>Not receiving any letters or Christmas cards from their family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's friend's letter from Cuba express support for?

    <p>The revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes distress and anxiety for the protagonist?

    <p>The mention of the protagonist's father's accident in a letter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's brother suggest, highlighting their struggle to maintain their cultural identity in the U.S.?

    <p>Practicing Spanish together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter from the protagonist's friend in Cuba imply about the emotional strain between them?

    <p>Highlights ideological differences and emotional strain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's emotional state become evident as she reads the letter from her friend in Cuba?

    <p>Deeply absorbed and distressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter from the protagonist's friend serve as for the protagonist?

    <p>A reminder of her struggle to reconcile life in the U.S. with ties to Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist receive as Christmas gifts from the Baxters?

    <p>A knitted scarf and a paid call to Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist feel self-conscious about in the U.S.?

    <p>Her appearance and accent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's brother suggest, reflecting their struggle to maintain their cultural identity in the U.S.?

    <p>Practicing Spanish together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's response to the lack of communication from their family in Cuba?

    <p>Anxiety and concern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What injuries did Lucía's father sustain from the accident?

    <p>Cracked ribs, shattered leg, punctured lung</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's mother advise her to do after the phone call?

    <p>Behave properly and not do anything reckless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the news headline transition to after Lucía's family phone call?

    <p>Castro denouncing the U.S. and roaring defiance of OAS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lucía preoccupied with while talking to her friend Jennifer?

    <p>Her father's recent letters and the family crisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's mother plan to do after the phone call?

    <p>Return to the hospital in Holguín and stay with a friend</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Lucía's life at the moment?

    <p>Her father's accident and the family crisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía worry about regarding her father's accident?

    <p>If it was intentional due to his lack of support for the revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's family and the Baxters express during the international call?

    <p>Concern and support for her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's mother convey to her before ending the call?

    <p>Her love</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the chapter transition to after the phone call with Lucía's mother?

    <p>A news headline about Castro denouncing the U.S. and roaring defiance of OAS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's mother advise her not to do after the phone call?

    <p>Behave properly and not do anything reckless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía express to her mother before ending the call?

    <p>That she loves her, too</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ivette confess to Lucía in her letter?

    <p>A traumatic experience with a soldier in the brigades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía long for as she reflects on her memories of Nochebuena in Cuba?

    <p>Lively celebrations with family and neighbors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ivette sign off with in her letter to Lucía?

    <p>¡Viva La Revolución</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter from Ivette trigger in Lucía?

    <p>A deep sense of nostalgia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía acknowledge about the U.S. and Cuba?

    <p>Stark differences between the two countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter from Ivette reveal about Lucía's parents?

    <p>They have requested exit visas from Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía wish for Ivette to experience?

    <p>The U.S.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Lucía feel about the Christmas atmosphere at the Baxter house?

    <p>It contrasts with her memories of Nochebuena in Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the letter from Ivette serve as for Lucía?

    <p>A stark reminder of cultural and emotional differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía wish for Ivette to understand?

    <p>The American culture and differences between the U.S. and Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía realize about her chance of going home after receiving Ivette's letter?

    <p>It may be slim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía feel as she navigates the cultural contrasts and emotional complexities between the U.S. and her homeland?

    <p>An internal struggle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's peach dress look like?

    <p>A simple sleeveless dress with a round collar and an A-line skirt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What decorates the school gym, creating a springtime atmosphere?

    <p>Large paper birds, five-foot cardboard flowers, giant butterflies, and ladybugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's reaction to the decorations in the school gym?

    <p>She loved it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's friend Jennifer look like at the dance?

    <p>She wears a slim yellow dress and has blond hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary setting for the family's potential relocation?

    <p>Nebraska</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are Mamá and her children initially planned to stay upon arrival?

    <p>A guest cottage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotion is described as palpable while the family waits for Mamá's flight to land?

    <p>Excitement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the community's support help ease for Lucía and her family?

    <p>Transition to a new life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the story primarily capture?

    <p>Family separation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central focus of the narrative?

    <p>Family separation and reunion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the source of the family's separation?

    <p>Political circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía promise to do once she arrives?

    <p>Reunite her family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the family eventually relocate to?

    <p>Nebraska</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lucía's mother express reluctance to do?

    <p>Leave without her husband</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the community offer to Lucía and her family?

    <p>Support and resources for relocation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of political upheaval on personal lives and relationships highlighted in the narrative?

    <p>Separation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who invites the protagonist to dance during the teenage dance party?

    <p>Eddie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity are the group planning to do after watching 'West Side Story' at the movies?

    <p>Go to a malt shop for cheeseburgers and milkshakes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who allows the protagonist to drive to Grand Island for the movie outing?

    <p>Mrs. Baxter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the protagonist and Eddie bond over during the dance party?

    <p>Conversation about nicknames</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who initially joins the dance at the party reluctantly?

    <p>Betty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of songs do the group dance to at the party?

    <p>Rock 'n' roll</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is part of the group planning to go to the movies to watch 'West Side Story'?

    <p>Eddie and Nathan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist find attractive about Eddie during the dance party?

    <p>His physical features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Eddie invite the protagonist to do during a slow song at the dance party?

    <p>Get a drink</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist plan to do after the movie outing?

    <p>Go to a malt shop for cheeseburgers and milkshakes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist notice about Eddie during the dance party?

    <p>Physical features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Eddie and the protagonist discuss during the dance party?

    <p>Nicknames</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the red umbrella symbolize in the story?

    <p>The family's strength and ability to start over in a new country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the specific historical event that the story is based on?

    <p>The exodus of over 14,000 Cuban children to the United States from 1960 to 1962</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author aim to shed light on through the story?

    <p>The complex reasons behind the exodus of children from Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What crucial part of American history does the Cuban revolution and Fidel Castro's rise to power contribute to?

    <p>The separation of families and the exodus of children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author's use of newspaper headlines at the beginning of each chapter provide?

    <p>Insight into the upheaval in Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main aim of the story?

    <p>To provide a perspective from the children who experienced the upheaval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Cuban revolution initially raise hopes for, but eventually led to a different outcome?

    <p>A better life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author reveal about the personal inspiration for the story?

    <p>The author's own parents and mother-in-law were part of the exodus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the red umbrella represent in the context of the story?

    <p>The strength and resilience of the family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the author's primary goal in writing the story?

    <p>To provide a perspective from the children who experienced the upheaval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the red umbrella serve as a metaphor for?

    <p>The family's resilience and ability to adapt to new circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author aim to provide insight into through the story?

    <p>The upheaval in Cuba</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of Operation Pedro Pan?

    <p>To help Cuban children escape the Communist regime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Cuban children arrive via Operation Pedro Pan?

    <p>Miami, Florida</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How were temporarily orphaned Cuban children placed upon arrival in the United States?

    <p>With host families or in orphanages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenges did parents in Cuba face when seeking exit visas to join their children in the United States?

    <p>Challenges due to the whims of government officials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What eventually happened to most parents who were separated from their children due to Operation Pedro Pan?

    <p>They were eventually able to join their children in the United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the author's book 'Lucía the Luchadora' dedicate to the memory of?

    <p>Jorge “Jay” Guarch, Jr., Lynn Guarch-Pardo, Frank Angones, and Dr. Brian Latell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the author express gratitude for in her book 'Lucía the Luchadora'?

    <p>Her grandparents, parents, sister, husband, and sons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who placed temporarily orphaned Cuban children with host families or in orphanages throughout the United States?

    <p>The Catholic Welfare Bureau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did some parents experience who were separated from their children due to Operation Pedro Pan?

    <p>Some parents were not as fortunate and never saw their children again</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did the author acknowledge for their contributions to her life in her book 'Lucía the Luchadora'?

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    Study Notes

    Family Secrets and Political Turmoil

    • The protagonist, a young girl, witnesses a disturbing event involving soldiers and is urged by her brother to keep it a secret from their mother.
    • The girl's mother is concerned about her quietness and tries to reassure her, but the girl is burdened by the secret she is keeping.
    • The family dynamics are revealed through the interactions between the protagonist, her mother, and her father, who brings news of a possible promotion.
    • The father shares that his boss, Señor Betafil, has been arrested by authorities in Havana, leaving the family in shock and uncertainty.
    • The protagonist's internal struggle is evident as she grapples with the weight of the secret, her upcoming quinceañera, and the unfolding political turmoil.
    • The protagonist's brother, Frankie, is preoccupied with playing with toy soldiers, seemingly disconnected from the family's distress.
    • The family is on edge, trying to maintain a sense of normalcy despite the ominous events and the father's uncertain job situation.
    • The protagonist's thoughts are consumed by questions about the arrested man, the soldiers, and the implications of the political upheaval on her family.
    • The protagonist overhears her parents' hushed conversation about the arrest, feeling guilty for being preoccupied with her upcoming birthday amidst the family's crisis.
    • The story captures the tension between family loyalty, the weight of keeping secrets, and the looming political turmoil in the characters' lives.
    • The narrative provides a glimpse into the protagonist's inner turmoil, her struggle to comprehend the events, and the weight of the family's secrets.
    • The text portrays a family grappling with personal and political challenges, emphasizing the impact of the country's turmoil on their daily lives.

    Family discussion about the impact of the revolution on their lives

    • The family is discussing the impact of the revolution on their lives and the need to show loyalty to the government.
    • The father is concerned about the government's pressure on his family and the rumors about the government taking responsibility for his children's revolutionary education.
    • The father plans for the family to sit on the porch every evening to show they have nothing to hide from the Committee for the Defense of the Revolution (CDR).
    • The father insists that his daughter, Lucía, must attend a dance to show loyalty to the revolution, despite her reluctance.
    • The family is trying to maintain appearances and show loyalty to the revolution to avoid government suspicion and intervention.
    • The family is concerned about the possible consequences of not conforming to the expectations of the revolution.
    • Lucía is still traumatized by recent events and is reluctant to participate in activities that show loyalty to the revolution.
    • The family is carefully navigating the political climate to protect themselves and maintain their safety.
    • The father is determined to protect his family and is trying to find a balance between appeasing the government and protecting his children.
    • The family is under pressure to conform to the expectations of the revolution and is concerned about the consequences of non-compliance.
    • The family is making efforts to present a facade of loyalty to the revolution while dealing with internal turmoil and fear of government intervention.
    • The mother is concerned about her children's safety and is trying to navigate the delicate balance between complying with the revolution and protecting her family.

    Family's house is raided by police and military

    • Lucia's family arrives home to find police and military vehicles parked in front of their house
    • Soldiers are making a mess of the house, emptying drawers and moving furniture
    • Lucia's father is sitting at the dining room table with his hands cuffed behind him
    • Lucia's mother is holding her brother, Frankie, as they are being interrogated by the police

    Lucia confronts her best friend, Ivette, for betrayal

    • Ivette's mother accuses Lucia's family of illegal activities and working with the underground
    • Lucia realizes Ivette betrayed her by revealing the location of their hidden jewelry
    • Ivette denies betraying Lucia, but their friendship is shattered
    • Lucia feels guilty for trusting Ivette and blames herself for the situation

    Lucia's father is taken away by the authorities

    • Lucia's father is taken away by the soldiers for questioning
    • Lucia is distraught and fears for her father's safety
    • The family is left devastated as they face an uncertain future without their father

    Separation from Brother and Arrival at New Facility

    • George explains to Lucía and Frankie that they will be staying at different facilities due to their gender and age.
    • Lucía feels overwhelmed and worried about taking care of Frankie if they are not in the same place.
    • George reassures Lucía that she needs to be strong and make her parents proud, as they sent her there for a reason.
    • Lucía and Frankie are dropped off at their respective facilities, and Frankie is visibly upset about being separated from Lucía.
    • Lucía is introduced to Mrs. Eckhart, who will assist her in getting settled in her new living quarters.
    • Lucía feels a sense of loneliness and heartbreak as she watches Frankie from inside the building, and hears him calling out for her.
    • The text shifts to a new chapter, "Castro Adopts Brainwashing," and it's raining as Lucía reflects on her first night away from Frankie.
    • Lucía wonders about how Frankie is coping with the separation and if he is scared or crying due to the thunderstorm.
    • Lucía is awakened by a bell and learns from Angela about the morning routine and the importance of being on time for breakfast and English class.
    • Lucía and Angela discuss the challenges of sharing a bunk bed and the need to shower early to make it to breakfast on time.
    • Lucía contemplates the new rules and routines of the facility, feeling a sense of adjustment and adapting to the structured environment.
    • The chapter ends with Lucía reflecting on the feeling of being alone but surrounded by other girls in the facility, highlighting a sense of shared experience and loneliness.

    Arrival in Miami

    • Narrator's initial impression of Miami's landscape compared to Cuba
    • Narrator's anxiety about stepping into a new country
    • Narrator's concerns about language and understanding in Miami
    • The group's encounter with a welcoming committee at the airport
    • Laura's departure and the group's uncertainty about their next steps
    • The group's encounter with George, who works with the Catholic Church
    • George's offer to assist the group and their initial interactions with him
    • George's reassurance to the group about their safety
    • George's arrangement for the group's accommodation and transportation
    • The narrator's observations about the differences in the atmosphere between Miami and Cuba
    • The group's drive with George and the changing landscape
    • The narrator's distracted state and request for clarification on their destination

    Struggles at Kendall Camp

    • Lucía and Frankie worry about being separated and mistreated at the camp
    • Lucía feels like a prisoner and struggles with lack of privacy and freedom
    • Lucía thinks about her family and the challenges of communication with them
    • Angela gives Lucía a cookie and milk, showing care and support
    • Frankie surprises Lucía by secretly joining her in her bunk
    • Frankie expresses his dissatisfaction with the camp and his mistreatment
    • Frankie suggests writing to their parents to ask for money to fly back
    • Lucía hesitates to write to her parents about their struggles at the camp
    • Frankie asks to stay with Lucía, but she worries about lack of privacy and hiding him
    • Lucía feels overwhelmed by the situation and Frankie's request
    • Lucía and Frankie face challenges and uncertainty at the camp
    • The text is set in 1961 at Kendall Camp, reflecting the struggles and emotions of the characters

    Communication with Cuba and daily life on the farm

    • The protagonist and her friend Frankie play in the mud, causing Mrs. Baxter to wash them with a hose, creating a sense of peace and alleviating tension.
    • Mrs. Baxter's husband sold two boxes of cigars for ten dollars each, allowing them to make a call to the protagonist's parents in Cuba.
    • The protagonist's parents are reached on the phone, bringing emotional relief and a connection to their Spanish-speaking home.
    • Mrs. Baxter takes an interest in teaching the protagonist and Frankie English in preparation for school.
    • The protagonist helps with farm chores, such as gathering eggs and feeding chickens, as part of her daily routine.
    • The protagonist feels a sense of peace and belonging while living on the farm, reminiscent of her time spent helping her mother in Cuba.
    • The protagonist's parents express their longing and concern for her and Frankie, showing their strong emotional connection.
    • The protagonist and Frankie are adjusting to their new life in Nebraska, with Mrs. Baxter taking on a role in their education and well-being.
    • The protagonist feels a strong emotional response upon hearing her father's voice on the phone, expressing her longing for her Spanish-speaking home.
    • The story is set in 1961, as indicated by the newspaper headline about the U.S. considering a blockade against Cuba.
    • The protagonist is deeply connected to her Cuban heritage and language, feeling relief when able to communicate in Spanish with her parents.
    • The protagonist and Frankie are being prepared for school in September, although they are uncertain about their return to Cuba and the timing of their departure.

    Christmas gifts and concerns about family in Cuba

    • Mrs. Baxter gives the protagonist a knitted scarf and the Baxters pay for a call to Cuba as Christmas gifts
    • The protagonist and her brother have not received any letters or Christmas cards from their family in Cuba, causing concern
    • The protagonist feels something is wrong and is anxious about her family in Cuba
    • The protagonist's brother suggests practicing Spanish together, highlighting their struggle to maintain their cultural identity in the U.S.
    • The protagonist feels self-conscious about her appearance and accent in the U.S.
    • The protagonist receives a letter from a friend in Cuba, expressing support for the revolution and implying distrust of the U.S.
    • The letter mentions the protagonist's father's accident, causing distress and anxiety
    • The protagonist's emotional state is evident as she reads the letter
    • The letter highlights the ideological differences and the emotional strain between the protagonist and her friend in Cuba
    • The letter causes the protagonist to become deeply absorbed and distressed
    • The letter serves as a reminder of the protagonist's struggle to reconcile her life in the U.S. with her ties to Cuba
    • The letter adds to the protagonist's worries about her family in Cuba

    A Letter from Cuba: Friendship, Secrets, and Cultural Contrasts

    • Lucía receives a letter from her best friend, Ivette, in Cuba, forgiving her for not receiving her previous letters and expressing a desire to remain best friends.
    • Ivette reveals that Lucía's parents have requested exit visas from Cuba, and they are being watched, causing Lucía to realize that her chance of going home may be slim.
    • Ivette shares school gossip, but then confesses a traumatic experience with a soldier in the brigades, asking Lucía to keep it a secret and not blame the revolution.
    • Lucía reflects on the contrast of Christmas in the U.S. with her memories of Nochebuena in Cuba, where it was a lively celebration with family and neighbors.
    • Lucía wishes Ivette could see the similarities between the U.S. and Cuba, but ultimately acknowledges the stark differences between the two countries.
    • The letter ends with Ivette signing off with "¡Viva La Revolución," sending a chill down Lucía's spine.
    • Lucía is living with the Baxters, who are preparing for a traditional Christmas with decorations and a festive meal, unlike the Nochebuena celebrations in Cuba.
    • The Christmas atmosphere at the Baxter house contrasts with Lucía's memories of lively celebrations and midnight Mass in Cuba.
    • Lucía's longing for Ivette to understand the American culture and the differences between the U.S. and Cuba is evident in her wish for Ivette to experience the U.S.
    • The letter from Ivette triggers a deep sense of nostalgia in Lucía as she longs for the lively and warm Nochebuena celebrations in Cuba.
    • The letter serves as a stark reminder of the cultural and emotional differences between Lucía's life in the U.S. and her memories of Cuba.
    • The text captures Lucía's internal struggle as she navigates the cultural contrasts and emotional complexities between her life in the U.S. and her longing for her homeland.

    Operation Pedro Pan: Cuban Children's Escape to the United States

    • In response to Castro's Communist government, Cuban citizens faced loss of freedoms, persecution, and fear of losing their children to government indoctrination.
    • Operation Pedro Pan was initiated in 1960 to help Cuban children escape the Communist regime, requiring secret transport of documents and an underground network.
    • Cuban children arrived in Miami, Florida, via Operation Pedro Pan, with some having no one to pick them up.
    • The Catholic Welfare Bureau placed temporarily orphaned children with host families or in orphanages throughout the United States.
    • Parents in Cuba sought exit visas to join their children in the United States, facing challenges due to the whims of government officials.
    • Most parents were eventually able to join their children in the United States after being separated for varying periods.
    • Some parents were not as fortunate and never saw their children again.
    • The author's parents and mother-in-law were among those who were able to reunite with their families in the United States.
    • The author expresses gratitude to her grandparents, parents, sister, husband, and sons for their support and courage.
    • She also thanks her mother-in-law, brother-in-law, and extended family for their contributions to her life.
    • The author acknowledges the support of friends, mentors, and individuals who shared their knowledge of Cuba and Operation Pedro Pan.
    • The author's book "Lucía the Luchadora" is dedicated to the memory of Jorge “Jay” Guarch, Jr., Lynn Guarch-Pardo, Frank Angones, and Dr. Brian Latell, who shared their knowledge of Cuba and Operation Pedro Pan.

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