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Where did the story take place?
Nagrebcan, La Union
Who are the main characters in the story? How would you describe their relationship?
Leon and Maria are lovers
Leon and Baldo are siblings
Father as the Father of Baldo and Leon
Why did Leon bring Maria to his place?
To introduce Maria to his family, particularly his Father.
What are Baldo’s impressions of Maria when he meets her?
He described Maria as beautiful and fragrant like morning when papayas are bloom
What test does Leon’s father plan for Maria? Does Maria pass this test? Explain your answer.
A test to see whether Maria can live in the province given that she stayed in the city for the longest time. It is a test if she loved Leon truly and was committed to adapt to his lifestyle
How does Maria feel about meeting Leon’s father?
She's afraid that Leon's father might not like her.
Why do you think it is important for Leon to introduce Maria to his family?
Because it is important to have positive relationships among families to have a stronger bond.
What does meeting with families before marriage tells about the value of relationships here in the Philippines?
Filipino values kinship. We are known for having strong and close family ties.