Before you read:

1. Skim and scan the story, what predictions can you make?

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2. What are some ways that Elena and Eugene are alike? In what important way are they different?

3. How would you summarize the story at the end of page 567?

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4. How does the column on page 568 reflect the heritage, traditions, and attitudes of the writer?

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5. Elena characterizes Mr. DePalma as a strict disciplinarian. What is significant about his behavior on page 569? What does his behavior show about him as a person?

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6. Why is it ironic that Elena and Eugene have chosen to study the subject of American History?
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7. What is revealed about writer's attitude toward discrimination and prejudice?