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Sandra BenitezThe Weight of All Things
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2000A 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
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What is it like to read about war from the perspective of a nine-year-old? How does his experience affect the way you think about this civil war and war in general?
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How does destiny play a role in this novel? Is Nicolás fated to his experiences or are they a result of decisions he makes? How do miracles play a role in his fate?
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Nicolás and Tata are caught in the middle of the Army and the guerrilleros. Which side poses a greater threat to their lives? Is it possible to live through this war without choosing a side?
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