Rita Indiana and Dominican Republic History
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What does Eric protect in the narrative?

  • His identity as a call-center employee
  • His reputation as a contemporary artist
  • A designer body encased in antiseptics and cotton (correct)
  • His connection to the revolution

    • Argenis is depicted as a drug addict and a struggling artist.

    True

    Describe the card titled 'The Page of Cups' as depicted in the text.

    A beautiful androgynous young man in a blue turban and flowered robe contemplating a fish in a cup.

    Argenis is described as a bigoted art-school grad and a ________ addict.

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

    Match Argenis' negative traits with their descriptions:

    <p>Racism = Bias against people based on their race Sexism = Prejudice against women Homophobia = Fear or dislike of homosexual individuals Misogyny = Hatred or contempt for women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which European nation was the first to establish a permanent settlement in the Americas on the island of Hispaniola?

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

    The Dominican Republic was never under Haitian control.

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

    What was the significance of the year 1804 in relation to Haiti?

    <p>Haiti established its independence and became the Republic/Empire of Hayti.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The massacre of tens of thousands of Haitians near the border was carried out during the dictatorship of __________.

    <p>Rafael Trujillo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following historical events with their corresponding years:

    <p>Annexed by Haiti = 1822-1844 Independence from Haiti = 1844 U.S. Occupation = 1916-1922 Trujillo's Dictatorship = 1930-1961</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of economy developed in French St. Domingue that created significant ethnic and cultural divisions?

    <p>Plantation slavery economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Columbus named the island 'La Española' after the indigenous Taíno name.

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

    What did Acilde ask for while strapped to the bed?

    <p>A mirror</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Eric was not concerned about Acilde's state and continued his tasks.

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

    What did Eric use to connect with Acilde's moles?

    <p>The anemone's tentacles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Eric prayed using the phrase 'Iba Olokun fe mi lo’re' which reflects his connection to _____.

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

    Match the following characters with their actions:

    <p>Eric = Prayed and used the anemone Acilde = Requested a mirror The anemone = Connected with Acilde's moles Esther = Knew what was going to happen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the state of Acilde when Eric was praying?

    <p>Dazed and weak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acilde had a full head of hair.

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

    Which location is referred to during Eric's ritual with Acilde?

    <p>Matanzas Bay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acilde's head had a crown of _____ that made a circle all the way around.

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

    What action did Acilde show while Eric was performing the ritual?

    <p>Whimpering and cursing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Esther's blue bead necklace represent?

    <p>Connection to Olokun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Esther is proud to be associated with President Bona's regime.

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

    What happens to those who look inside the jar without being initiated?

    <p>They go blind, or suffer some other consequences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acilde worked at Esther’s house before at ________ where she did not take off her clothes.

    <p>El Mirador</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following elements with their meanings or roles:

    <p>Blue bead necklace = Protection from harm Acilde = Character tied to Esther's household Esther = Influential figure in Acilde's life Giant Caribbean Sea Anemone = Illegal specimen monitored by Esther</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a car alarm going off at the end of a prayer signify?

    <p>A sign that the prayer has been heard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acilde believes in the protective power of the blue bead necklace.

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

    What does Acilde swap the sea creature for?

    <p>Rainbow Brite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Esther instructed Acilde to attend to the ________ to maintain its health.

    <p>sea anemone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'black butterfly' symbolize for Esther's boss?

    <p>A dark death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action does Acilde take to activate the security camera?

    <p>She uses her thumb and index finger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acilde waits until the man continues moving before she disconnects the camera.

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

    What does the security mechanism release when it recognizes the virus in the man?

    <p>lethal gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acilde sees a collector hunt down another illegal woman who tries to hide behind a ________.

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

    Match the following devices with their functions:

    <p>Security camera = Monitors the street for illegal activities Collector = Picks up illegal individuals PriceSpy = Identifies brand and price of objects Robots = Assist in cleaning and maintenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which brand does the PriceSpy app identify for the robots in Acilde's field of vision?

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

    Acilde uses a touchscreen to operate the PriceSpy app.

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

    What type of gas is released by the security mechanism?

    <p>lethal gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The collectors that Acilde sees across the street resemble ________ at a construction site.

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

    What does Acilde do after she disconnects the security camera?

    <p>Cleans the windowpanes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rita Indiana

    • Rita Indiana Hernández Sánchez born in 1977, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
    • Known for the books La Mucama De Omicunle and Tentacle.

    Dominican Republic History

    • Pre-colonial inhabitants were the Taíno.
    • Columbus landed in 1492, naming the island Hispaniola.
    • Spanish controlled the entire island from the 1490s until the 17th century.
    • The island was divided in 1697, with Spain controlling the East and France controlling the West.
    • Enslaved Africans were brought to the French side in large numbers.
    • Haiti was established in 1804 as a result of a slave revolt in French St. Domingue.
    • The Dominican Republic declared independence from Haiti in 1844.
    • Trujillo dictatorships ran from 1930-1961.
    • There was a massacre of Haitians in 1937 by Trujillo's regime.
    • Dominican Republic was occupied by the US from 1916-1922.

    Afro-Diasporic Religion

    • Santeria originated in 19th-century Cuba.
    • It's a syncretic religion blending West African Yoruba religion, Roman Catholicism and modern European spiritualism.
    • Dominican Vudú / Las 21 Divisiones is practiced by the Aye, Ewe, and Fon people of West Africa.
    • The 21 Divisions are a blend of African deities and Catholic saints.
    • Veneration of Orisha/Santos involved coordination with Catholic saints for concealment during enslavement.
    • Yemaya is the goddess of the sea and is associated with water and fertility.
    • Olokun is the 'Master of the Unknown', associated with oceans and prosperity
    • Esther pays homage to the Creator trinity, ancestors, and orishas.

    Esther Escudero/Omincunlé

    • Esther Escudero's house doorbell is programmed to sound like a wave.
    • A maid named Acilde manages the home's security.
    • Acilde monitors security cameras and is responsible for managing the security mechanism for the building's entrance.
    • Collectors patrol the streets; they pick up and disintegrate illegal immigrants.
    • Acilde is described as having a dark, spotty complexion and shaved head.
    • The narrative describes a ritualistic role-reversal for Esther.
    • Esther wears a blue bead necklace from Brazil given to her by a client.
    • The necklace is consecrated to Olokun.
    • Ailcdre is undergoing a transition from female to male
    • A machine body is built for a man.
    • Acilde becomes a male figure.
    • The old woman collects marine motifs such as fish, ships, sirens, and shells and gives them to her patients.

    Contemporary Art

    • The characters discuss contemporary art.
    • The author talks about their difficulty in understanding contemporary art.
    • Discussion arises about the perceived value of contemporary art, particularly amongst the rich students, juxtaposed to traditional art.
    • The author references famous artists including Marina Abramovic, Jeff Koons, and Takashi Murakami.

    Contemporary Art as a Commodity

    • The anemone is described as a "commodity for exchange."
    • The text highlights the commodification of experiences and objects connected with contemporary art as a means for profit-making and exchange.

    Psychology of art

    • The characters in the text engage in discussions about the psychological aspects related to art.
    • The author connects their experience to psychological processes related to art creation, consumption, and appreciation.

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    Explore the life and works of Rita Indiana Hernández, a prominent Dominican author known for her novels La Mucama De Omicunle and Tentacle. Additionally, the quiz delves into the rich history of the Dominican Republic, from its pre-colonial roots to its complex relationship with Haiti and the US. Test your knowledge on cultural and historical milestones that define the Dominican Republic.

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