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"Tortillas" by Jose Burciaga
1. What is Jose Burciaga's point in his essay "Tortillas"? What makes you feel that way? Has he, in your opinion, elevated the "lowly corn cake" to mean something more?
2. Why are tortillas so important to Burciaga? Is it just their versatility he admires, or do they represent something more to him?

"Democracy" by E.B. White
1. E.B. White's essay "Democracy" is, well, brief. In essence, it's a series of metaphors. Take three of these metaphors and explore them. What do you think they mean? (If you don't remember what a metaphor is, look it up.)
2.Consult a dictionary (a desk reference or online) for the meaning of the word "democracy." How does E.B. White's definition differ? What does he seem to say (i.e. what is his commentary about democracy) that can't be encapsulated in the dictionary-type definition.

"Homeless" by Anna Quindlen

1. What does Quindlen seem to be saying about homes and homelessness? What is her commentary on this matter?

2. What do you think Quindlen hoped to accomplish by writing this essay? Do you think her points are as relevant today as they were in 1987, when she wrote her essay? Are they perhaps more relevant? Why or why not?

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