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Biting

This act symbolizes the anger and brutality of a main character and is the character's signature move in a fight.

Julio's Memorial Murals

These pieces of art demonstrate a main character's talent as well as service and connection to a community in Spanish Harlem.

Willie Bodega's Apartments

These buildings represent refuge and a hand up for many struggling people in Spanish Harlem.

Julio's and Blanca's Unborn Baby

This entity represents hope for the future as well as renewal and new life.

The Bible

Two main characters who are married fight over this book, with one character calling it the most sexist thing ever written. The book represents the tension in the marriage due to differences of opinion about religion.

Mr. Blessington

This high school teacher, who treats the Latino/a students as if they are inferior, symbolizes the racism and bias Latino people encounter.

Willie Bodega's Suit For Meeting Vera

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