Poetry
What is the madam's tone in "Madam and the Rent Man"?
irritated
What makes the girl in "Chanclas" feel better about herself?
She and Uncle Nacho impress everyone with their dancing
What was King Midas's kingdom known for?
its beautiful garden and roses
What is the theme of this story?
love is more powerful than death
able to have fun, especially by playing tricks on people or doing things to annoy or embarrass them
mischievous
What was Cisneros's inspiration for "Salvador Late or Early"?
a boy who sat in front of her at school
What is the theme of "Chanclas"?
there are more important things in life than clothes
In the beginning of the story, what is the source of Midas's discontent?
At the beginning of the story what does Orpheus's music do?
it enchants nature so that trees and rocks listen
an idea, subject, or image that is regularly repeated and developed in a book, film, or work of art
motif
What do madam and the rent man both agree on?
they are not happy with the situation
In "Abuelito Who," what does the phrase "who throws coins like rain" refer to?
the way the grandfather distributes the children's allowance
Why does Dionysus give Midas a gift?
Dionysus is thankful that Midas took care of Silenus
What inspires Orpheus to create his beautiful music?
the joy of loving Eurydice
to be sorry for something and wish you had not done it
repent
Who is the speaker calling to in "Harlem Night Song"?
someone who the speaker loves
What is the most important message from "The Place Where Dreams Come From"?
experiences contribute to a writer's art in ways that are sometimes unclear
When does King Midas realize that his gift is terrible?
as he tries to eat and drink
What causes Orpheus to lose Eurydice the second time?
distrust (towards Hades)
a state of unwillingness or disinclination, often arising from uncertainty or doubt
reluctance
What does Cisneros mean when she said "Salvador was me"?
Salvador's has much in common with Cisneros's childhood
In Cisneros's essay that discusses her poetry, where does she say the images in her poems come from?
the same place where dreams come from
What lesson does Midas learn?
be content with what you have
How does the legend of Orpheus end?
having bad luck
unfortunate