Magical Realism in Characters and Plot

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Who is Pulga?

One of the story's narrators who acts tough but is a dreamer.

Who is Chico?

Lives with Pulga after his mother died, sensitive and insecure, cares for others.

Who is Pequeña?

One of the story's narrators who is pregnant and has magical visions.

How did everyone find out that Pequeña was pregnant?

She fell off a bus and was taken to the local clinic. Signup and view all the answers

How does Pequeña feel about the baby?

She isn't happy to be pregnant and wants nothing to do with the baby. Signup and view all the answers

Where do Pulga and Chico go instead of waiting outside Pequeña's house?

Don Felicio's store. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Pequeña try to conjure while she is giving birth?

La Bruja. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of world does Pequeña enter after she's given birth?

An underwater world. Signup and view all the answers

How did Pulga and Chico meet?

Chico saved Pulga from Nestor Villa. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Nestor's brother and how do Pulga and Chico meet him?

Rey; he threatens them after Chico beats up Nestor. Signup and view all the answers

What happens in Don Felicio's store while Pulga and Chico are helping him?

Don Felicio is murdered. Signup and view all the answers

What do Pulga and Chico do with their clothes they were wearing at Don Felicio's store?

They burn them. Signup and view all the answers

How does Pequeña feel about the father of her baby?

She pretends to love him, but he disgusts her. Signup and view all the answers

How did Chico's mother die?

She was shot in the market. Signup and view all the answers

Who did Pequeña used to love?

Gallo (Don Felicio and Doña Agostina's son). Signup and view all the answers

What does Don Felicio tell Pequeña in her vision?

Corre (run). Signup and view all the answers

Who is the father of Pequeña's baby?

Rey. Signup and view all the answers

Who do Pulga and Chico end up working for because they accidentally witnessed a murder?

Rey's gang. Signup and view all the answers

How does Pulga get Chico to fight him and prove their worth to Rey?

He provokes him and calls him names. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pequeña buy from Leticia?

Pills to dry up her milk and a switchblade. Signup and view all the answers

What task does Rey/Nestor give Pulga and Chico to do for the gang?

Collect a payment from someone who owes Rey money. Signup and view all the answers

What does Rey give Pequeña in Honduras?

An engagement ring. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pequeña do to disguise herself before she leaves?

She cuts her hair. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters

Pulga: One of the narrators; tough exterior but a dreamer at heart.
Chico: Lives with Pulga after his mother's death; sensitive, insecure, and caring.
Pequeña: Pregnant narrator at the story's start; experiences magical visions and is strong-willed.

Plot Points

Pequeña's pregnancy is revealed when she falls off a bus and is taken to a clinic.
She feels unhappy about the pregnancy and desires no connection with the baby.
Pulga and Chico opt to visit Don Felicio's store instead of waiting at Pequeña's house during her labor.

Magical Realism

Pequeña attempts to conjure La Bruja during childbirth, illustrating her connection to magical elements.
After giving birth, she enters an underwater world, highlighting the story's use of magical realism.

Relationships

Chico once saved Pulga from the antagonist, Nestor Villa, solidifying their bond.
Rey, Nestor's brother, threatens Pulga and Chico after an altercation involving Nestor.
Pequeña pretends to love the father of her baby, Rey, whom she finds repulsive.

Significant Events

Don Felicio is murdered while Pulga and Chico assist him in his store.
Following the murder, Pulga and Chico burn their clothes as a means to sever ties.
Pequeña reflects on her past love, Gallo, who is Don Felicio and Doña Agostina's son.

Tasks and Challenges

Pulga provokes Chico into fighting to prove their worthiness to Rey.
Rey assigns Pulga and Chico the task of collecting a debt from a debtor for the gang.

Pequeña's Journey

Pequeña acquires pills to dry up her milk and a switchblade from Leticia as she prepares for a significant life change.
She disguises herself by cutting her hair before leaving.

Themes

Exploration of loss and grief is seen through Chico's experience with his mother's death.
The struggle for identity and self-determination surfaces in Pequeña’s actions and feelings about motherhood.

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Explore the intertwining lives of Pulga, Chico, and Pequeña in this quiz that delves into themes of magical realism and dreams. Analyze the relationships and pivotal moments that shape their journey, highlighting Pequeña's struggles and supernatural experiences. Perfect for literature enthusiasts looking to enhance their understanding of complex character dynamics.