The Glass Castle "A Woman on the Street"

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Where does Jeannette see her mother at the beginning of the novel?

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Jeannette sees her mother rummaging through a dumpster.

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Why didn't Jeannette say 'Hello' to her Mom?

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Jeannette was embarrassed.

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How does the narrator communicate with her mother?

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She calls a friend of her mother's.

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What did Jeannette do when she saw her mother rooting through a dumpster?

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Jeannette asked the taxi driver to turn around and take her home.

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Where was Jeannette going when she saw her mother?

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Jeannette was going to a party.

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What does the dumpster symbolize in Jeannette's life?

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The dumpster symbolizes her mother's struggles and the family's poverty.

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How does Jeannette feel about her mother's lifestyle?

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Jeannette feels a mix of embarrassment and concern for her mother's choices.

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What role does communication play in Jeannette's relationship with her mother?

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Communication is strained and complicated, reflecting their emotional distance.

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What themes are explored in 'The Glass Castle'?

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Themes of family dynamics, poverty, and resilience are explored.

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How does Jeannette's upbringing influence her perspective on life?

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Jeannette's challenging upbringing fosters resilience and independence.