![]() ![]() In what way is food a central metaphor in the novel-what does it represent? How does Tita use food-as a weapon? Or does she use it for solace, seduction, or healing? Is her use of it unwitting or purposeful? How does food affect the actions of various characters?ħ. Discuss the magical properties of food and cooking in this book. What role does tradition play in this book? Is it always a negative role, as exemplified by Mama Elena? What might the author be suggesting about family or cultural customs in general?Ħ. How do their maternal qualities differ?ĥ. What about Nacha? Both she and Mama Elena represent maternal figures for Tita. Does the revelation later in the book about her own history alter your opinion of her?Ĥ. ![]() Describe the matriarch of the family, Mama Elena. Do you consider Tita a strong or weak female heroine? Does she change by the end of the novel? If so, how? Or if not, why?ģ. Talk about the three De La Garza sisters-Gertudis, Rosaura, and Tita.
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