Dreaming in Cuban

What is the significance of the title "Dreaming in Cuban"?

• It is a reference to the characters' love for Cuban food
• The title represents the characters' interest in Cuban music
• It signifies the characters' passion for Cuban sports
• It reflects the characters' connection to their Cuban heritage and their dreams and aspirations.

Who are the main characters in "Dreaming in Cuban"?

• Celia del Pino, Lourdes, and Felicia
• Samantha, Maria, and Isabella
• Juan, Carlos, and Miguel
• Elena, Sofia, and Gabriela
• Pedro, Diego, and Antonio

What is the narrative style of "Dreaming in Cuban"?

• Only third-person perspective
• Science fiction and fantasy elements
• Only first-person perspective
• Realistic and straightforward narrative
• Combination of first-person and third-person perspectives, as well as magical realism

How does the political situation in Cuba impact the characters' lives in the book, "Dreaming in Cuban"?

• It makes the characters happy and content
• It has no impact on the characters' lives
• It leads to a peaceful and harmonious life for the characters
• It creates tension, fear, and uncertainty, and influences their decisions and relationships.
• It has no influence on their decisions and relationships

What role does Santería play in the story, "Dreaming in Cuban"?

• It is a fictional religion created for the story
• It is a minor detail mentioned once
• It is the main focus of the plot
• It has no impact on the story
• It influences the characters' beliefs and actions.

Discuss the significance of the character development of Lourdes in the book, "Dreaming in Cuban"?

• Her character development has no significance in the book
• Lourdes' character development is solely influenced by her love for cooking
• Her character development reflects the impact of political and personal turmoil on her identity and relationships.
• The significance of Lourdes' character development is in her fashion choices

How does Cristina Garcia incorporate elements of magical realism into the narrative of her book "Dreaming in Cuban"?

• By blending fantastical elements with realistic settings and characters
• By completely avoiding any elements of magical realism
• By using traditional storytelling techniques without any fantastical elements
• By focusing solely on realistic and mundane events
• By incorporating elements of science fiction and dystopian themes

How does the theme of memory shape the narrative in the book, "Dreaming in Cuban"?

• The narrative in the book is not shaped by the theme of memory.
• Memory influences the characters' actions and relationships.
• The theme of memory only affects the setting of the book.
• The characters in the book have no memories to influence their actions.
• Memory has no impact on the characters' actions and relationships.

Discuss the significance of the ending of the novel. Why is it important for the novel "Dreaming in Cuban?"

• The ending is not significant at all
• The significance of the ending is irrelevant to the novel
• The ending has no impact on the themes or message of the novel
• The ending is only important for the characters, not the overall novel
• The ending reflects on the significance of memory

What do Cubans call their island due to its form?

• La Isla Bonita
• La Tierra Caliente
• El Cocodrilo
• El Elefante