These questions should be reviewed before reading the material,
as well as after. Be prepared to answer these questions in class.
Lavinia is NOT a normal Latin woman. Explain in what ways
she's different, especially compared to the women in our other
novels, and what that difference means, if anything.
Belli could have chosen any profession for Lavinia. Why is
the profession of an architect significant?
What exactly is happening with the orange tree and why does
it have thoughts and emotions?
Why does Lavinia goes back to Flor's house? What is she looking
for?
What is the influence of Aunt Ines on Lavinia's life?
