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Buried Onions
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One view of this novel is that it paints a canvass that is deterministic and largely without hope for the Mexican-American community in which Eddie lives. Do you agree or disagree?
What role do the female characters play in this novel?
Why are animals mentioned so frequently in this novel? What role do animals play in the text?
What role do children play in the novel? Think about the youngster on a tricycle and the role of the younger teen named Samuel, along with other images of children in the book.
What effect is made on the novel by Soto’s frequent use of Spanish words throughout?
Examine and think about the role of authority and service figures in this text. Are they presented as trustful or dishonest? Are they helpful, non-helpful, or neutral in regard to Eddie’s neighborhood and situation?
Eddie likes to philosophize. What are some of the views that make him who he is?
Think about and evaluate the importance of place in the novel. Pick three Fresno settings that best represent the tumultuous world Soto creates.
Consider the power of movement versus standing still in the novel. For instance, Eddie knows that if he is being targeted by a gang member, then standing still may mean his death. How is movement utilized to emphasize themes? How do running and vehicles serve as metaphor?
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