Lencho's Hope and Struggles

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From which source did Lencho hope to receive help?

  • God (correct)
  • Wife
  • Neighbours
  • Sons

What was Lencho’s immediate reaction upon receiving the letter from God?

  • He wasn't surprised but very angry. (correct)
  • He became happy and celebrated.
  • He started shouting at the postmaster.
  • He felt relieved and content.

What is the meaning of the word 'amiable'?

  • Indifferent
  • Friendly (correct)
  • Disrespectful
  • Hostile

What did the plague of locusts leave behind?

<p>Salt (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'thin-this...' refer to regarding animals?

<p>Cattle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where was Lencho's home located?

<p>In a rural area (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Lencho's one hope?

<p>God would provide assistance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lencho was described as a good farmer. What does this imply about him?

<p>He was skilled in agricultural practices. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Lencho's field after the hailstorm?

<p>It was completely destroyed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Lencho hope would pass quickly?

<p>The hailstorm (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Who did Lencho hope would help him?

Lencho, the main character in the story, believed in divine intervention and sought help from God when his crops were destroyed by a hailstorm.

What was Lencho's request to God?

Lencho's letter to God contained a desperate plea for financial aid after his crops were ravaged by the hailstorm.

Where was Lencho's farm located?

Lencho's house was located in a remote area, probably in the countryside, as it was directly affected by the hailstorm and the arrival of locusts.

What did the Postmaster do after reading Lencho's letter?

The Postmaster, despite his skepticism about Lencho's faith in God, was moved by his desperation and decided to help him by collecting money from the townspeople and sending it to Lencho.

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What happened to Lencho's crops after the hailstorm?

The hailstorm had a devastating impact on Lencho's crops, destroying them completely and leaving him in dire straits.

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What was Lencho's reaction to receiving the money?

Lencho was angry when he received only seventy pesos, which was less than the one hundred he requested from God, demonstrating his unwavering belief in God's ability to help him.

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What does the Postmaster represent?

The Postmaster embodies the goodness and empathy hidden even in the most skeptical hearts, highlighting that human kindness can often surpass religious beliefs.

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What is Lencho's unwavering belief?

Lencho believed in the power of God and his intervention in human affairs, as demonstrated by his request for assistance in overcoming his misfortunes.

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What was Lencho's one hope?

Lencho's hope is placed solely on God to provide him with the necessary help to recover from the disaster caused by the hailstorm, showing his strong belief in divine assistance.

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What does the word "amiable" mean?

The word "amiable" means friendly and approachable, as in the description of the Postmaster who, despite his skepticism, showed kindness towards Lencho.

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