Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from The Californios

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

The Mulkerin Ranch House - This is located in the mountains of Malibu, California.

California - The setting for "The Californios".

Lady Luck - The name of Sean Mulkerin's boat.

Paradise Cove - Located on the Mulkerin property, it was formerly used by smugglers.

The Valdez Note - The loan that was taken out by the Mulkerins.

Sipapu - A hole in the ground from which the Hopis and other tribes believed they originated.

Acapulco - Where Sean meets Mariana de la Cruz.

Sespe - A creek used for a landmark when traveling...
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