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Where did Jesús Colón migrate from to New York City?
Jesús Colón wrote over 400 pieces in his lifetime.
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What difficulties did the Puerto Ricans in this selection face?
prejudice and discrimination
What characteristic is mentioned as typical of Puerto Ricans in the text? Courtesy is a characteristic of the Puerto Rican.
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What did Jesús Colón decide to do if faced with a similar situation in the future?
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In the essay 'Little Things Are Big', what was the author's internal struggle when the white lady needed help at the subway station?
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The author eventually decided to offer his help in the subway station.
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What is the main theme discussed in the essay 'Little Things Are Big'?
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Study Notes
About the Author
- Jesús Colón was a Puerto Rican author born in 1901 in Cayey, Puerto Rico, and moved to New York City in 1918.
- Colón wrote over 400 pieces in his lifetime, working for several papers in New York and Puerto Rico.
Background
- Many Puerto Ricans, including Colón, migrated to New York City, with a significant influx in the late 1940s.
- The selection takes place around 1956, highlighting the difficulties faced by Puerto Ricans in the United States.
Story Summary
- The narrator encounters a white lady struggling to get off the subway at Atlantic Avenue station with two children and a baby on her arm.
- A white man helps the lady, and the narrator is hesitant to offer help due to potential prejudices.
- The narrator reflects on the internal struggle between his courtesy as a Puerto Rican and the fear of being rejected or misunderstood.
- He decides not to offer help, regretting his decision and promising to himself to act differently in similar situations in the future.
Themes and Reflections
- The story explores the impact of racism, prejudice, and chauvinism on human interactions and relationships.
- The narrator's hesitation and regret highlight the importance of overcoming fear and taking action in situations where help is needed.
- The story emphasizes the need for individual action to break down barriers and promote understanding and kindness.
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Description
This quiz is about Jesús Colón's reflective essay 'Little Things Are Big'. Colón was a Puerto Rican author who wrote about his experiences in New York City. The quiz covers his life, education, and writing.
