49 pages • 1 hour read
Ana MenéndezIn Cuba I Was a German Shepherd
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
1.
What does the title “In Cuba I Was a German Shepherd” mean in the context of the first story, and how does that title relate to other stories in the collection? Draw on at least three other stories in your discussion.
2.
Consider the hurricane stories the narrator tells in the story of the same name. How do they explore the function of storytelling? Use specific examples from other stories in your discussion.
3.
Why does Matilde stay up all night baking desserts until she uses up all the bananas?
