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Like Water For Chocolate
Study Guide Questions
October
In responding to the questions, use complete sentences for full credit.
1. Compare and contrast Tita and Chencha’s feelings toward having Gertrudis and her
men at the ranch.
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2. Discuss the advice Gertrudis gives to Tita. What is her reasoning?
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3. While Tita talks to Pedro, whom does Gertrudis ask to help her with syrup for the
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Why does Chencha refuse to help her?
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4. What does Tita say to Mama Elena that finally makes her disappear?
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What is Mama Elena’s reaction (What is her last evil act upon her family)?
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Period _____Date _____________________
Like Water For Chocolate
Study Guide Questions
5. Both Gertrudis and Tita are caught up in a love triangle. Compare and contrast their
individual situations. (Make sure to discuss all characters involved in each love
triangle.)
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6. John finally returns to the ranch. He has brought Tita a bouquet of flowers.
Compare and contrast Tita’s reactions to receiving the flowers from John to that of
receiving her first bouquet of flowers from Pedro.
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Is she pleased to see John? Why or why not?
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