Luis Cruz

Joanirelys Rodriguez 8.22.17 Ms. 7G.ELA Tangerine Book Report The transition between homes can be tricky, especially for Paul Fisher. Tangerine, by Edward Bloor, is a realistic fiction novel. This middle school boy, Paul, transitions between Houston, Texas and Tangerine County, Florida into a development called Lake Windsor Downs. No…

But another thing happened: Luis Cruz died from the hands of Erik and his minion. Paul and his soccer homies decided to teach Erik and Arthur a lesson. During the Senior awards, Victor and Tino humiliated Erik and his henchman in front of a lot of people. They punched and attacked Erik…

This was not the type of friend Erik needed. A few months went by of Author and Erik acting sneaky. Until Author was pleaded guilty of murdering their friend Luis Cruz. Therefore, Author was locked up that same day. That’s when Erik’s little brother explained to the police and their parents that it was Erik’s idea to murder and kill Luis. That same day Erik’s dad had to have a meeting with Author’s parents explaining to them that Author and Erik have stole meaningful jewelry from neighbors to…

Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, born in 1648 was a recognized poet, dramatist, scholar, and nun. She was born unlawful child of a Spanish captain and a criolla woman. Criollo people were a social class in overseas colonies established by Spain during the 16th century, it consisted of locally born people of confirmed European ancestry. It is said that by age 3, Sor Juana was already able to read and write Latin; thirsted for knowledge from her earliest years and throughout her life. As a woman, she…

Clever TITLE here The Octavia Art Gallery currently exhibits two artists: Regina Scully and Iva Gueorguieva. Regina Scully’s works consisted of acrylics of an abstract nature. The use of various vibrant colours in her works, as well as their abstract and subjective essence, made them fascinating to behold. Her work reminded me of Kandinsky’s. I could have spent close to an hour fully examining and exploring her many works in the Gallery. Conversely, I would and did spend minimal time observing…

The novel Tangerine is occupied with fear, secrets, and friendship. The main character Paul and his family moved to Tangerine, Florida for his brother Erik. Paul has always been a nerd and he faces multiple events while adjusting to a new school called Tangerine Middle school. Tangerine Middle school teaches Paul about friendships and secrets about his new town indirectly and directly. Throughout the story Paul discovered the real truth about his eyesight. In the novel, Tangerine, Bloor…

In May 7 1945, Estanislada Goznazalez Gaspar was born in a little community named Mesa del Campanario in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. In Mesa del Campanario there was not any hospitals or doctors, she was born by a “partera”, midwives. Her father, Ciriaco Gonzalez Garcia, worked on the field and her mom, Primitiva Gaspar Torres, was a housewife. Estanislada also referred, as Li, was the fourth oldest out of thirteen children. Li and her siblings were baptized on the Sunday within the week they were…

Paul’s older brother, who makes Paul feel small and weak, such as when Erik hit Paul’s friend and he “just stared back at him, paralyzed with fear, while the scene rolled on." (204). Another example of how he makes Paul feel small and weak is when Luis gets hit on the head by Erik’s friend Arthur, and he feels as though he cannot do anything. He remains “frozen in my spot as he got back in the Ford and drove off.” Paul is actually much bigger than Erik, not physically but mentally, who dominates…

Tikita Tikita: The story of an apolitical music in a politically charged time Punta is upbeat music with lyrics that are mostly about having a good time. What was happening in the country to necessitate this musical distraction? Time between the late 1960s up until 1990 were eventful times in Honduras in which the country was going through cultural, economic and political changes. The question being was that punta an escape for its listeners, as escape from the unstable affairs of Honduras.…

Canadians looking for a vacation may not name Quito, Ecuador as one of their first choices, but they should. It may be one of South America's smallest capital cities but you'll easily find something to do regardless of the type of vacation you're looking for. From stunning architectural wonders and world-class art galleries to quaint backstreets and serene retreats; from lively street markets and picturesque hiking trails to luxury hotels and refined dining; from scientific marvels to…