Characters
Where is Nils from?
Sweden
What happened to Teresa's family in South Africa?
Her family was detained by the governmental officials and put in detainment.
Why does Nils feel like he cant fully understand Teresa?
Nils is privileged but Teresa lives with fear for her family and the government
What narration is this story told in?
Third person
Who is Robbie?
Brother of Teresa
What happens at the end of the story?
Teresa and her husband reunite after Teresa helped her family leave the detention center.
Why will Nils never feel like a part of South Africa?
He didn’t grow up there and feel the political oppression that Teresa’s family felt.
What emotion does Teresa demonstrate in this story?
Uncertainty and resilience
What is the job of Teresa and Nils?
Both worked in political organizations.
Why is there indifference felt within Teresa and Nils home?
They come from different backgrounds, creating an emotional divide.
Why does Teresa struggle with helping her mother?
Their relationship struggled in her childhood obligation to help her mother during this time.
What feeling is demonstrated within the home?
Emotional distance and lack of understanding