"The Tortilla Curtain" Quiz
"The Tortilla Curtain" is a novel that explores the intersecting lives of an affluent couple and a Mexican immigrant family, shedding light on the disparities and conflicts in contemporary American society.
fiction | 355 pages | Published in 1995
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Essay questions
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- How does the author use the physical barrier of the border fence to explore the theme of division and separation in the novel?
- In what ways does the character of Delaney Mossbacher represent the liberal, well-meaning American, and how does his interaction with undocumented immigrants challenge his beliefs?
- Discuss the role of nature and the environment in the novel, particularly in relation to the lives of the characters.
- How does the author use the character of Cándido Rincon to shed light on the experiences and struggles of undocumented immigrants in America?
- Examine the theme of fear and its impact on the characters, especially in relation to the presence of undocumented immigrants in the community.
- Discuss the significance of the recurring motif of the coyote in the novel and its symbolic meaning.
- How does the author address issues of privilege, race, and class through the interactions between the characters from different backgrounds?
