Characters
This is the main protagonist of the story.
Who is Quijana?
The struggle between family expectations and personal desires is a major theme in the book.
What is Idenity?
Quijana feels she is neither fully here nor fully there.
What does Quijana say about her identity?
At the beginning of the story, Quijana feels this about her cultural identity.
What is confusion?
This is the primary cultural background that influences Quijana's family.
What is Mexican culture?
Quijana‘s father has a strong connection to this country.
What is Mexico?
This theme emphasizes the importance of community and friendship in overcoming challenges.
What Is belonging?
This quote emphasizes the importance of family.
Family is the bridge between who we are and who we might become.”
This event causes a major turning point in Quijana's understanding of her family.
What is her father’s visit?
The significance of this celebration reflects the themes of memory and honor in the story.
What is Día de los Muertos?
This character is Quijana’s best friend.
Who is Fabiola?
Quijana learns to embrace both sides of her heritage, reflecting this theme.
What is cultural identity?
Quijana realizes embracing her mixed heritage makes her whole.
What does Quijana mean by being whole?
Quijana participates in this cultural celebration, highlighting her heritage.
What is Día de los Muertos?
Quijana's family often discusses these traditional values.
What are cultural traditions?
Who is Mama?
The juxtaposition of humor and serious issues throughout the story highlights this theme.
What is resilience?
This quote reflects the importance of laughter.
“Laughter is the glue that holds us together.”
Near the climax, Quijana faces this internal conflict.
What is choosing between family expectations and her own desires?
This food is often associated with Quijana’s heritage and family gatherings.
What is tamales?
This character represents the challenge of ba lancing tradition and modernity.
Who is Quijana’s father?
This theme illustrates the journey of self-acceptance and personal growth.
What is self-discovery?
Quijana's journey leads her to this realization about her identity.
“Every part of me tells a story worth telling.”
The story concludes with Quijana feeling this way about her identity.
What is empowered?
Quijana uses this form of expression to connect with her culture.
What is art or poetry?