English Ten PEriod 5

When I Was Puerto Rican Reading Homework:

Answer the following comprehension questions for the Chapter, “Letters from New York.”

In addition, read the chapter, “Casi Senorita”, and explain the dicho in a journal entry.

Questions for “Letters from New York” and “Casi Senorita”

1.       In what ways did the boleros reflect and/or distort the notion of love?

2.       Why did Esmeralda mention Felipe Rodriguez and her parents' quarrel in the same paragraph? (p. 158)

3.       Esmeralda enjoyed learning from Mami how to iron clothes. What was the most important reason that made her happy?

4.       The Santiago family's house was right behind a bar. What kinds of problems did it pose for the children? (p. 155 - 156)

5.       Why did Esmeralda feel insulted and belittled by Tata's letter? (p. 157 - 158)

Casi Senorita

6.       Esmeralda attended a religious ceremony. (p. 173 to 175) Summarize what happened and explain her response to this event.

7.       After finishing the chapter, it is quite obvious that there are at least two reasons why Santiago named it "Casi Senorita" (Almost A Woman). Discuss what these reasons are.

Dont forget three entries in your Reading Journals!