Character Connection
What is the name of the main character in "Sugar Babies"?
Sierra
What is a major theme in "Sugar Babies"?
The search for identity.
In which city does "Sugar Babies" primarily take place?
Denver, Colorado.
What is one way the community affects the characters in "Sugar Babies
It provides support and a sense of belonging.
What is a "Sugar baby" made of ?
5-pound bag of sugar
What cultural background does Sierra come from?
She comes from a Hispanic/Native background, which influences her experiences and identity.
What is the main point for a "sugar baby"?
To serve as a simulated parenting project
What type of neighborhood does Sierra live in ?
A vibrant, culturally rich community. Close-knit and familiar.
What type of relationship does Sierra have with her mother?
Sierra has a complex but loving relationship with her mother. Marked by both love and frustration.
What is the main theme explored in "Sugar Babies" ?
The complexities of family relationships and cultural identity.
What does Sierra struggle with throughout the story ?
Balancing her identity/ family expectations/ love. (either or)
What does Sierras sugar baby symbolize ?
In “Sugar Babies,” Sierra’s sugar baby symbolizes her struggle to form her own identity in the wake of her mother’s abandonment and social forces which seek to route her into a specific lane of being.
What grade year does this take place in?
8th
What does Sierra learn about herself by the end of the story?
She learns to embrace her identity and voice her true desires.
How does the protagonist's perspective on her family change throughout the story?
The protagonist gains a deeper understanding of her family's struggles and resilience as the story progresses.