Plot
What is the exposition of L'amour, CA?
The family moved from the Philippines to Lemoore, CA.
Why did the family move to Lemoore?
His father is part of the US navy. After requesting for a transfer to America, he got approved, causing the family to move.
Describe Malcolm's appearance. In addition, how old is he?
Malcolm is Isa's white boyfriend. He has red hair and freckles. He is known to be a smoker.
DAILY DOUBLE!
How does "L'Amour" and "Lemoore" relate to each other? Which character in the short story mentioned this type of symbol?
L'Amour means love. When tied in with the city of Lemoore, it means that Lemoore is the "city of love". Isa mentioned this type of symbol at the beginning of the short story.
Why did the mother wanted to reverse the locks of the Living room doorknob?
To prevent someone from entering through the rest of the house.
A student mentioned that one of the symbols in "L'amour, CA" had a representation of the American Dream. What is this symbol?
Isa's baby (Note: The whole family had different perspectives of the American Dream when they found out that Isa is having a baby.)
Describe the parents' personality.
Tip: No need to go in depth! Describe each parent in two sentences. One for the mom and one for the dad.
The mother has no physical appearance, depressed, and does not want to be in Lemoore. The father is a protective and traditional character who is part of the navy.
"You shamed us."
The Father.
DAILY DOUBLE!
What is the resolution of "L'amour, CA"? Why is the resolution so significant?
HINT: Ms. Liza talked about how the resolution to this short story is not Isa falling to the floor and discovering blood spots on her body.
After locking Isa in the room, the main character ran outside. After running down eleven houses and crossing the street, he headed back home. This is supposed to show that by walking back home again, he hopes that life will return to normal, making this short story have no ending.
"I don't know how to tell time."
The Main Character.