Distance Between Us
Originally who was the ONLY child their father wanted to bring to America?
Mago
In small country town in the past.
Where and when the story takes place
setting
Define boisterous
rowdy, playful
What worries Reyna when they are on the bus to Tijuana?
Her dad isn't on the bus
Where are Reyna and her family in Chapter 20?
Tijuana
Who conducts the lottery in the village?
Mr. Summers
An idea we see over and over.
theme
Showing signs of wear and tear
Shabbier
How many kids is Abuela Evila taking care of?
4
Where are Reyna and her family at the end of Chapter 21?
Los Angeles
What item does Mr. Summers use to conduct the lottery?
A black wooden box
The way the story is told
Point of View
In an abundant manner. A lot of something
profusely
An antonym of reprimand
praise
Who is the woman their father left their mother for?
Mila
What is the mood of the townspeople as they gather for the lottery?
Calm, relaxed, friendly
The beginning and introduction of a story as well as extra information about the characters and story
exposition
Equipment used for a specific activity
Paraphernalia
It is believed that doing the lottery will make for a good harvest.
Who is the ONLY child they actually leave behind in Mexico (originally?)
Betty
What is the main reason Mr. Summers suggests using slips of paper instead of wood chips for the lottery?
The town has grown in size
"My scalp feels as if it's on fire!" is an example of a
simile
The word that means incapable of bringing to an end
interminably
What is Reyna's dad's name?
Natalio