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Questions and Answers
What did Lencho hope for in order to water his crops?
What did Lencho hope for in order to water his crops?
- A river nearby
- A water truck delivery
- Rain (correct)
- A well in his backyard
How did Lencho see the raindrops that fell on his crops?
How did Lencho see the raindrops that fell on his crops?
- As a sign of bad luck
- As a danger to his crops
- As a nuisance
- As "new coins" (correct)
What happened to Lencho's crops when the rain turned into hail?
What happened to Lencho's crops when the rain turned into hail?
- They were destroyed completely (correct)
- They were unaffected
- They were watered perfectly
- They were damaged but still salvageable
What did Lencho do after his crops were destroyed?
What did Lencho do after his crops were destroyed?
How did the postmaster and his employees react to Lencho's letter?
How did the postmaster and his employees react to Lencho's letter?
What did Lencho receive in response to his letter?
What did Lencho receive in response to his letter?
What did Lencho do after receiving the money?
What did Lencho do after receiving the money?
What remained strong throughout the ordeal for Lencho?
What remained strong throughout the ordeal for Lencho?
What is the main message of the story?
What is the main message of the story?
Where does the story take place?
Where does the story take place?
Study Notes
- Lencho hoped for rain to water his crops.
- Lencho saw the raindrops as "new coins" because he believed they would bring a good harvest.
- The rain turned into hail, destroying Lencho's crops completely.
- Lencho wrote a letter to God asking for help, which he mailed at the post office.
- The postmaster and his employees were amused by the letter but decided to answer it by sending Lencho money.
- Lencho received the money but was angry because he did not receive the full amount he asked for.
- Lencho wrote another letter to God expressing his frustration.
- Lencho's faith in God remained strong throughout the ordeal.
- The story emphasizes the power of faith and the importance of helping others.
- The story takes place in a remote valley where Lencho and his family live in isolation.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the classic short story "The Letter to God" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Explore the themes of faith, perseverance, and the power of kindness through Lencho's story. Challenge yourself with questions about the plot, characters, and symbolism in this timeless tale.
