Literary Analysis: Magical Realism in Contemporary Fiction

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What is a possible implication of the title 'Tall Story'?

Bernardo's journey to find acceptance despite physical differences

What is NOT a difficult experience of immigrants mentioned in the text?

Coping with natural disasters

What is a common theme related to family relationships mentioned in the text?

Invisible boundaries between siblings

What is a possible personal anxiety of OFW workers mentioned in the text?

<p>Receiving a low salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a symbolic meaning of height mentioned in the text?

<p>Weakness and vulnerability</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible emotional turmoil faced by Bernardo?

<p>Struggle to find acceptance due to physical differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of Bernardo's operation to address the aneurysm?

<p>The operation is successful, saving Bernardo's life and stabilizing his height.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Green's role in Andi's disguise remain?

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

What is the outcome of Bernardo's tumor?

<p>It is discovered to be inactive, no longer releasing growth hormones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the theme that is heavily influenced by Filipino culture?

<p>Multicultural Literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the style of authorship in the novel?

<p>Young Adult Fiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome for Jabby, according to the epilogue?

<p>Jabby lived.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a central conflict in Bernardo's life?

<p>His struggle to reconcile his Filipino heritage with his new life in London</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of wishes in Filipino culture, according to the novel?

<p>They are a means of manifesting one's desires</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of emotional turmoil for Andi in the novel?

<p>Her relationships with her family members</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the narrative perspective of Bernardo's sections in the novel?

<p>Third person limited</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the time period in which the novel is set?

<p>The early 2000s</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the central theme of conflict in the novel?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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