About the Book
What does Xiomara's name mean?
One who is ready for war
Who is constantly saying "Mira Muchacha" to Xiomara?
Her Mother
Define "Triple-Consciousness"
Coined by W.E.B Du Bios, triple-consciousness describes the intersectionality of being a latin@, a Black, and an American
How many times does Xiomara rewrite her fourth assignment- "When was the last time you felt free"? (including the final draft)
Four times, Freedom in her mother, Freedom in Aman, Freedom in choice and No Freedom.
When do we see the word "brava" used to describe a "fierce, ferocious, mad tempered" situation.
When Xiomara is unable to call her mother in time, and her mother encounters Xavier crying assuming Xiomara was the cause. Xiomara is brava at her Twin and the situation, and her mother is brava at her.
How does Elizabeth Acevedo describe how mothers wish to protect daughter from the dangers that they encounter outside of the home?
Timestamp:7:55-9:36, Because a mother can not control the environment or other's actions, but they can control their daughter's actions/appearance, though it is overbearing, it comes from a good place
What are the things Xiomara can't tell Aman? (Name TWO)
What does "cuero" mean and how do we see the impact of cuero on Xiomara?
Ho; Could talk about Xiomara's poem on page 205/ Her consciousness of her body because she is treated as if she is a cuero, even though she's just curious regarding her sexual journey
How is the quote, "none of us are the perfect ally/perfect person that we wish to be", reflect in Xiomara's character
Timestamp: 14:00-17:00, Xiomara takes on so much, especially regarding her Twin. So when he needed her to say the "right things" about Cody or when she no longer has to fight her Twin's battle, she is unable to process those emotions at that moment and has to re-evaluate what she believes. (Many other examples are acceptable as well)