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Use these essay questions as writing and critical thinking exercises for all levels of writers, and to build their literary analysis skills by requiring textual references throughout the essay.
Scaffolded/Short-Answer Essay Questions
Student Prompt: Write a short (1-3 paragraph) response using one of the below bulleted outlines. Cite details from the play over the course of your response that serve as examples and support.
1. Although she believes they are different, Julia learns from Mamá Jacinto that her and Amá are very similar. Compare and contrast the differences between Julia and Amá.
2. At the beginning and end of Julia’s trip to Los Ojos in Chapters 19-22, there are references about a donkey.
3. Throughout the novel, the author uses Hyperboles to express the protagonist’s inner monologue (first person narration).