Vocabulary
settled in a snug place
Nestled
Who are the main characters in the story?
Gloria, Carlos, (skunk)
Why are carlos and gloria such good friends?
They grew up together.
Why does the author describe the food and include a recipe for salsa.
Food is important to their families.
Why did Carlos not want to cry in front of Gloria?
He wanted to impress her and not seem like a baby.
Tortillas
Thin, round pancake like bread.
Is the setting of the story rural or urban?
rural
Gloria makes a judgement that the skunk may be dangerous. What decision does she make?
To stay away from the skunk.
What 3 things did Carlos and Gloria do before they could play after school?
Weed the garden, feed the chickens, and doing their homework.
Why does Carlos leave his shoes by the back door?
He doesn't want to bring them into the house because they still smell like a skunk.
Too awful to put up with
Unbearable
How does the mood change in the church once the choir began to sing?
It was calm and quiet and it changed to people leaving and uncomfortable.
Carlos wants to catch the skunk. What what happens because of this decision?
He gets sprayed by the skunk.
Why is Carlos determined to catch the skunk?
He wants to impress Gloria
Why does Papa tell Carlos to pick up the skunk by the tail?
Because he knows that's what Carlos tried to do and he wants to see if Carlos learned his lesson.
peculiar
Not usual
When does the story take place?
Present Day
Why does Carlos make the decision to take a bath in tomato juice?
Because he believes it will get the smell out.
How is Carlos and Gloria's relationship changing?
Carlos is looking at himself in the mirror more, combing his hair, and showing off for Gloria. He wants her to notice him.
What has Carlos learned in this story?
It is foolish to pick up a skunk and you can't belive everything you hear.
not enjoyable
Unpleasant
Where do Carlos and Gloria Live
Espanola Mountains of Northern New Mexico
Carlos realizes that his shoes are stinking up the church. What does he decide to do?
Suggests to his father they leave early.
What do Gloria's actions tell you about her?
She is smart and has good common sense.
Does Carlos actually need a new pair of shoes because his are too small? Explain.
No. Papa knows what happened and is trying to make Carlos feel better.