Juana Coyotito

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Juana,one of the protagonists in the novel, her main role is Kino's wife and the mother of coyotito. The reason why I chose analysis Juana is not only because she had a significantly impact on this plot but her personality also attracted me.
At the beginning of the story, the first impression that Juana gave to me is that she is submissive,superstitious and she is merely a woman that live depend on her husband--kino, Juana made breakfast for the kino and take care of their son--coyotito whilst kino work outside. Actually, it is common in that ancient time, I think she had a superstitious belief which can be seen in many cases, for example, she prays to the God before Coyotito was bitten by the scorpion and pray to the god for helping them to

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