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Explain the personification in 'Por un segundo vio que se abría la tierra para tragárselo.'
The earth is given human-like qualities (opening up to swallow someone), reflecting the boy's overwhelming despair.
Explain the simile in 'Tiene que trabajar como un burro enterrado en la tierra.'
The father's hard work is compared to a donkey buried in the ground, emphasizing the dehumanizing conditions of migrant work.
Identify the literary device: 'Hasta parece que llevas el demonio entre las venas ya.'
Hyperbole (exaggeration) to emphasize the intensity of the boy's anger and frustration.
What is the significance of migrant workers in the context of the story?
Migrant workers represent a vulnerable population facing harsh conditions and exploitation, central to the story's themes of struggle and resilience.
What does the family's reliance on prayer reveal about their culture?
It highlights the importance of faith and religion as a source of comfort and strength in the face of adversity.
What does tuberculosis symbolize in the story?
Tuberculosis symbolizes the health risks and vulnerabilities faced by migrant communities due to poor living conditions.
What is the significance of the Premio Quinto Sol award?
It recognized and promoted Chicano literature, giving voice to Mexican-American experiences.
What does the questioning of faith represent in the Chicano community?
It reflects the struggle to reconcile traditional beliefs with the harsh realities of poverty and discrimination.
How does the setting of the Southwest influence the story?
The Southwest provides a backdrop of cultural identity, blending Mexican and American traditions, and highlighting the unique challenges faced by the community.
What does the father's heatstroke symbolize?
It symbolizes the physical toll and dangers of agricultural labor, emphasizing the vulnerability of migrant workers.
What is the role of family in the migrant worker culture?
Family is a central source of support, strength, and identity, providing a sense of belonging and resilience in the face of hardship.
What does the mother's unwavering faith represent?
It represents the cultural and spiritual strength that helps the family endure their difficult circumstances.
How does the story reflect the Chicano literary movement?
It gives voice to the experiences, struggles, and cultural identity of Mexican-Americans in the United States.
What is the meaning of 'Migrant Workers'?
Workers who move from place to place to find employment, especially seasonal agricultural work.
What is the meaning of 'Bracero Program'?
An agreement between the US and Mexico that allowed Mexican laborers to work in the US, often under harsh conditions.
What is the meaning of 'La fe'?
Faith; belief in something, especially without proof.
What is the meaning of 'La desesperación'?
Despair; complete loss or absence of hope.
What is the meaning of 'La pobreza'?
Poverty; the state of being extremely poor.
What is the meaning of 'El calor'?
Heat; a form of energy associated with the movement of atoms and molecules.
What is the meaning of 'La tuberculosis'?
A bacterial disease that mainly affects the lungs.
What is the meaning of 'El pecado'?
Sin; an act regarded as a transgression against divine law.
What is the meaning of 'La esperanza'?
Hope; a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen.
What is the meaning of 'El sufrimiento'?
Suffering; the state of undergoing pain, distress, or hardship.