Exploring Thanksgiving Themes in Tangerine

Paul's Thanksgiving is marked by a cold front, leading to a family discussion about plans and weather. At school, he learns about the local tradition of fighting freezes, where students help their families protect crops. Paul decides to join his friends in this effort, experiencing a challenging night battling the cold to save the trees. The experience leads to reflections on friendship and fear, particularly regarding his brother Eric.

What did Paul wear on Thanksgiving due to the cold weather?

• A T-shirt and shorts

• A Houston Oilers hooded sweatshirt, corduroy pants, and a wool shirt

• A raincoat and boots

• A light jacket and jeans

How did Paul's grandparents react to Eric's football dreams?

• They were very supportive

• They were indifferent but occasionally asked about it

• They couldn't care less and never mentioned it

• They were critical and disapproving

Why did Paul's mother need Eric's key?

• To access the garage

• To open the school locker

• To unlock the car

• To get into the storage bin

What is the tradition of 'fighting the freeze' in Tangerine?

• Playing in the snow

• Going on a winter vacation

• Helping families in the citrus business protect their crops from freezing

• Staying indoors and keeping warm

Who did Paul decide to help with the freeze?

• His grandparents

• His neighbors

• His school friends

• Luis and Tino

What did Wayne explain about icing down the new grove?

• It is a way to clean the trees

• It helps the trees grow faster

• It keeps the trees' temperature above 32 degrees to prevent them from dying

• It makes the trees look prettier

What was the main task Paul and his friends had to do with the smudge pots?

• Fill them with fuel and keep them burning all night

• Move them to a different location

• Clean them

• Decorate them

What did Paul notice about the new grove during the night?

• It was completely destroyed

• It was glistening like an angel on a Christmas tree

• It was untouched by the freeze

• It was covered in snow

What did Luis say about the golden dawn tangerines after the freeze?

• They were partially damaged

• They all survived because they were covered with dirt

• They were all dead

• They needed to be replanted

What did Luis plan to do about Eric and Arthur?

• Confront them with the help of Antoine and the muscle man

• Report them to the police

• Ignore them

• Move away to avoid them