The Distance Between Us Chapters 1-8 Flashcards
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What is the name of Reyna Grande's hometown?

Iguala

What are the names of Reyna's siblings?

Mago and Carlos

How old was Reyna when her mother left to go to El Otro Lado?

4 years old

Who is 'The Man Behind the Glass'?

<p>Reyna's father</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did locals of Iguala name the closest mountain?

<p>Mountain That Has a Headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is El Otro Lado?

<p>The United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of Reyna's grandmother?

<p>Abuela Evila</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a prologue?

<p>An opening of a story that establishes the setting and gives background details.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Elida?

<p>The siblings' cousin</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can Elida be described?

<p>Hostile and unfriendly</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Reyna have to cut her hair short?

<p>She disobeyed her grandmother</p> Signup and view all the answers

What new information do Mago, Carlos, and Reyna learn from Mami's phone call?

<p>Mami was pregnant</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the new baby sister's name?

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

What did Elida's mom tell Carlos about El Otro Lado?

<p>Money grew on trees</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Reyna's maestro hit her with a ruler?

<p>She was writing with her left hand</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did El Cartero bring to Mago, Carlos, and Reyna?

<p>Clothes and shoes</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Leaning our sorrow on our elbows' is an example of what literary device?

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

What is the main theme of The Distance Between Us as told by Reyna Grande in the prologue?

<p>Survival and triumph</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hometown and Siblings

  • Reyna Grande's hometown is Iguala, Mexico.
  • Reyna has two siblings: Mago and Carlos.

Family Background

  • Reyna was just 4 years old when her mother left for El Otro Lado, which refers to the United States.
  • Reyna's father is referred to as "The Man Behind the Glass," symbolizing his distance and absence in Reyna's life.

Cultural References and Locations

  • The closest mountain near Iguala is known as "Mountain That Has a Headache."
  • El Otro Lado signifies the United States, representing hope and opportunity for many who leave Mexico.

Family Relationships

  • Reyna's grandmother is named Abuela Evila, playing a significant role in her upbringing.
  • Elida is Reyna's cousin, characterized as hostile and unfriendly towards Reyna and her siblings.

Childhood Experiences

  • Reyna was punished with a haircut for disobeying her grandmother’s rules.
  • A significant phone call from their mother revealed she was pregnant, adding a new dynamic to the family.
  • The new baby sister is named Elizabeth.

Perceptions of America

  • Elida’s mother told Carlos that in El Otro Lado, money "grew on trees," reflecting misconceptions about wealth in the U.S.

School Life

  • Reyna faced discipline from her Maestro for writing with her left hand, demonstrating cultural attitudes towards left-handedness.

Gifts and Symbols

  • El cartero (the mailman) brought clothes and shoes, symbolizing care and connection despite physical distance.
  • The phrase "leaning our sorrow on our elbows" serves as an example of personification, illustrating emotional struggles in a poetic manner.

Themes

  • The main theme in the prologue of "The Distance Between Us" revolves around survival and triumph, encapsulating the resilience of Reyna and her family amidst hardships.

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Test your knowledge of the first eight chapters of Reyna Grande's 'The Distance Between Us' with these flashcards. These cards cover key characters, important events, and significant details to help reinforce your understanding of the text.

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