Questions: 25. Vignette: Geraldo No Last Name (p.65-66) 1. Who is Geraldo and what happened to him? How does Marin know him? 2. How did Geraldo die? Why is his death so unsettling? 26. Vignette: Edna's Ruthie (p.67-69) 1. What do we learn about Ruthie? 2. What confused Esperanza about Ruthie? 37. Vignette: The Earl of Tennessee (p.70-71). 1.What can we infer about Earl? 2.What is suspicious about all the different ways Earl's wife is described?

Who is Geraldo and what happened to him? How does Marin know him?

Geraldo is a young man who Marin meets at a dance. He is an immigrant worker with no known last name, which highlights his anonymity and the transient nature of his life in the United States. Marin knows him only briefly, having met him the same night he dies.

How did Geraldo die? Why is his death so unsettling?

Geraldo dies in a hit-and-run accident. His death is unsettling because it underscores the vulnerability and invisibility of immigrant workers. Geraldo's lack of identification and the absence of anyone to claim him or mourn his death highlight the isolation and marginalization faced by many immigrants.

What do we learn about Ruthie?

Ruthie is Edna's daughter, who is described as a grown woman with childlike qualities. She is unique and somewhat eccentric, enjoying simple pleasures like playing with children and admiring small things. Despite her age, she seems to be stuck in a state of arrested development.

What confused Esperanza about Ruthie?

Esperanza is confused by Ruthie's behavior because, despite being an adult, Ruthie seems to enjoy activities and exhibit behaviors typical of a child. This contradiction between Ruthie's age and her actions puzzles Esperanza, who is trying to understand the complexities of adulthood.

What can we infer about Earl?

Earl is a neighbor who works nights and is rarely seen during the day. He is a jukebox repairman and is described as a private person who keeps to himself. From the vignette, we can infer that Earl leads a solitary life and possibly struggles with forming lasting relationships.

What is suspicious about all the different ways Earl's wife is described?

The different descriptions of Earl's wife by various neighbors suggest that Earl may not have a wife at all, or that he brings different women home, leading to confusion among the neighbors. This inconsistency raises questions about Earl's personal life and the truth behind his relationships.