Questions and Answers
What did Doña Iguana say she received in a special session?
Doña Iguana is described as beautiful.
False
What type of voice does Doña Iguana have?
Rough and almost masculine
What was constructed in 1616 to protect the port from pirates?
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What did Sandy bring for Pepino to help him feel better?
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What clue did Pepino discover?
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Pepino is feeling somewhat ______ after the accident.
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Mr. Dallas is going to accompany Pepino and the others to Cuernavaca.
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What did Mario say they should do if Pepino isn't too weak?
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What is Pepino's age?
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What does Panzón think about food?
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Sandy is the daughter of Mr. Gonzalez.
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What does Sr. Gonzalez look like?
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What strange things happened in the haunted house?
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What is La Perla?
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Where is Acapulco located?
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The main street of Acapulco is called _______.
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Who sold the haunted house to Sr. Gonzalez?
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Doña Iguana is described as a 40-year-old woman.
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What significant event occurred in Acapulco in 1927?
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What happened to Pepino on the boat?
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Mario Martinez is a _______.
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The house was built to protect against pirates.
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What unusual item did Pepino find on the floor?
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Study Notes
Characters
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Pepino González
- 35 years old, skinny, almost bald, with a big mustache.
- Dreams of fame and success, considers himself the best detective in Mexico.
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Paco Panzón
- Short, fat, and good-natured.
- Realistic and practical, often preoccupied with food.
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Mr. Dallas (Sr. González)
- 50 years old, resembles a cowboy.
- Moved from Texas to Acapulco with his daughter, Sandy.
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Sandy
- Young daughter of Mr. Dallas with long blonde hair.
- Studies at UNAM, the largest university in Mexico.
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Doña Iguana
- 40-year-old neighbor described as ugly with a long, crooked nose.
- Self-proclaimed spiritualist, warns the characters of danger.
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Mario Martinez
- Lawyer and previous owner of the haunted house.
- Sold the house to Mr. Dallas due to lack of time to maintain it.
Locations
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La Costera Miguel Alemán
- Main street of Acapulco lined with palm trees and tourist attractions.
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La Perla
- A restaurant located in Hotel Mirador known for its diving spot.
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La Casa Embrujada (The Haunted House)
- An old house filled with antique furniture, previous property of Mario's grandfather.
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San Diego Fortress
- Built in 1616 for pirate protection; reconstructed after earthquake destruction.
Key Events and Themes
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Acapulco's History
- Discovered in 1532, was the oldest Pacific port and a center for commerce, later transformed into a tourist hotspot by improvements in infrastructure.
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Mysteries in the Haunted House
- Strange occurrences including an anonymous letter written in blood and unexplained noises prompt the characters to seek help.
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Pepino and Panzón's Investigative Journey
- Pepino perceives a calling to help Sandy and her father, resulting in a new mystery to solve.
Significant Incidents
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Mysterious Incidents at the House
- Recurring eerie noises, odd figure sightings, and a cigarette butt found in a non-smoking environment raise alarm about supernatural happenings.
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Accident at Sea
- Pepino falls overboard while observing a shark; Sandy saves him despite a close encounter with danger.
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Confrontation with Doña Iguana
- The neighbor warns that spirits inhabit the house, expressing urgency for the family to leave to avoid potential harm.
Conclusions
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Character Dynamics
- Relationships develop between the main characters, particularly Pepino's admiration for Sandy might complicate their detective work.
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Setting the Stage for Mystery
- The combination of paranormal events, historical context, and personal motives creates a rich tapestry for the unfolding mystery in the narrative.### Fish and Shark Encounter
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Dallas inquires about the fish in the area; Mario confirms there are many, including merlin, huachinango, tuna, pompano, and even sharks.
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The boat captain, resembling a pirate descendant, informs them that the motor is broken.
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As the captain investigates a toolbox, Pepino, Panzón, and Sandy notice a large black object in the water, which Sandy suggests might be a big fish.
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Pepino speculates it’s a shark and suggests capturing it for fun.
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In a chaotic moment, Pepino falls overboard, injuring his head and bleeding.
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Sandy hesitates but ultimately jumps in to rescue Pepino as a shark circles them.
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She manages to grab Pepino and swims towards a lifesaver thrown by Mario, who assists in pulling them back onto the boat.
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Despite efforts, the shark attacks Pepino's leg, rendering him unconscious, which Panzón misinterprets as death.
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After reviving him, Pepino awakens confused but in pain; Sandy tends to his wound.
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The captain repairs the motor, claiming he fixed the gasoline blockage.
Pepino's Recovery and Clue Discovery
- Pepino remains dazed with a headache the next morning; Sandy encourages him to rest but he feels embarrassed about needing help.
- He recalls the incident and resolves to investigate the house for more clues related to ghosts, aiming to prove his skills as a detective.
- He explores the house, searching drawers and the area where a cigarette was found previously.
- Pepino discovers a box of matches, leading him to a critical clue about the Bank of Cuernavaca, indicated by the matchbox's inscription.
- He theorizes that the presence of matches and a bank account suggests the absence of ghosts, asserting they should visit Cuernavaca to investigate further.
- Mario agrees and offers to drive; Pepino reassures them of his strength and readiness despite his injury.
- Mr. Dallas decides to stay behind to guard the house while the others head out on their journey through the countryside.
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