Short Story Analysis: The House on the Hill
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What was Lencho most likely hoping for throughout the morning?

  • Sunny weather to dry the crops
  • Strong winds to clear the sky
  • Hailstorm to damage the fields
  • A downpour or at least a shower (correct)

    • Why did the woman say, 'Yes, God willing' in response to Lencho's comment?

  • To show her belief that rain is in God's hands (correct)
  • To express her hope for good weather
  • As a gesture of agreement with Lencho
  • To indicate her doubt about rain coming

    • Why did Lencho think the raindrops were like 'new coins'?

  • He thought the raindrops were bringing him luck
  • He was trying to describe the size of the raindrops (correct)
  • He wanted to use the raindrops as currency
  • He was imagining the raindrops were actually coins falling

    • What did Lencho do when he went out during the rain?

    <p>Felt the rain on his body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Lencho believe the big drops of rain represented?

    <p>Ten cent pieces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the woman call everyone for dinner?

    <p>To ensure they eat on time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Lencho spend the morning doing?

    <p>Watching the sky</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Lencho believe the raindrops were like 'new coins'?

    <p>They were unusually large</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the woman mean by saying, 'Yes, God willing'?

    <p>She hoped for a downpour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Lencho go out during the rain?

    <p>To feel the rain on his body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Lencho saying, 'These aren’t raindrops falling from the sky, they are new coins'?

    <p>He was being metaphorical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Lencho expect a downpour or at least a shower?

    <p>To water his crops</p> Signup and view all the answers

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