Ofelia

Question 1

What does Ofelia’s statement ‘El capitán no es mi padre’ signify?

Answer 1

Ofelia is rebelling against the changes in her life and refusing to accept Vidal as a father figure

This illustrates her resistance to the new family dynamics and the harsh circumstances she faces.

Question 2

What does the phrase ‘Hermano… las cosas por aquí no están muy bien’ indicate about Ofelia’s situation?

Answer 2

It highlights the grim reality that Ofelia and her mother find themselves in

Ofelia lacks freedom, her mother is ill, and Vidal is ruthless.

Question 3

What does Ofelia’s declaration ‘Mi hermano se queda conmigo’ reveal about her character?

Answer 3

Ofelia is protective over her brother and has become more independent and disobedient

Unlike Vidal, she thinks for herself and does not obey orders blindly.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: ‘Tener un hijo es complicado. Pues entonces yo voy a tener ______.’

Answer 4

ninguno

This reflects Ofelia’s rebellion against societal expectations of women during her era.