1. Jurgen's friend Flip jokes that all women turn into their mothers. In what ways is Esmeralda like Mami? How are they different?
2. Trace the evolution of Esmeralda's life aspirations throughout the book. How do these changing aspirations reflect her maturation and development?
3. To what extent does the Santiago family recreate Puerto Rican culture on the mainland? How are Puerto Rican and mainstream American life combined in the Santiago household?
4. Discuss the importance of clothing and makeup in Esmeralda's life.
5. How did the many times her family.....
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