Too Many Tamales

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What was Maria doing when she remembered the ring?

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Snipping pictures out of newspaper.

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How many tamales did Maria’s family make?

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Twenty-four.

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What happened after the cousins ate all the tamales?

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Maria thought Danny swallowed the ring.

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Where did Maria first think the ring would be found?

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In one of the tamales.

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What did Aunt Rosa believe about the second batch of tamales?

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They would taste better than the first.

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What is a tamale?

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A traditional Mexican dish made of masa (corn dough) filled with various ingredients and wrapped in corn husks.

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What is masa?

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Masa is a dough made from corn that is used to make tamales and tortillas.

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What is the significance of family gatherings in the story?

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Family gatherings are important for sharing traditions and creating memories.

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What role do cousins play in Maria's story?

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Cousins are part of the family gathering and contribute to the excitement and chaos.

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What does the ring symbolize in the story?

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The ring symbolizes family connections and the importance of traditions.