Understanding 'A Stolen Party'

The video tutorial introduces 'A Stolen Party' by Liliana Hecker, written in 1994. The story begins with a young girl, Rosada, attending a rich friend's birthday party, despite her mother's skepticism about rich people. The narrative explores themes of social class and friendship, as Rosada is determined to attend the party and prove her mother wrong. The video highlights key literary concepts such as 'in medius res' and figurative language, while also providing annotations and questions for deeper understanding.

What year was 'A Stolen Party' written?

• 2004

• 1984

• 1974

• 1994

What literary technique is used at the beginning of 'A Stolen Party'?

• Allegory

• Flashback

• In medias res

• Foreshadowing

What is the protagonist's mother's opinion about rich people?

• She is indifferent

• She distrusts them

• She admires them

• She envies them

Who is Luciana in the story?

• The protagonist's sister

• The protagonist's friend

• The protagonist's cousin

• The protagonist's teacher

What does the protagonist's mother do to show her support for attending the party?

• Takes her to the party

• Gives her money

• Starches her Christmas dress

• Buys a new dress

How does the protagonist feel as she prepares for the party?

• Anxious

• Indifferent

• Confident

• Nervous

What is unique about the protagonist's access at the party?

• She can play with the monkey

• She can enter the kitchen

• She can meet the magician

• She can stay overnight

Why is the monkey kept a secret at the party?

• It's not real

• It's sick

• It's dangerous

• It's a surprise