Matoa's Mirror
Matoa's Mirror


"Matoa's Mirror" takes place in Paterson, New Jersey, primarily at the home of Kenny Matoa and an alleyway outside of his apartment building during the evening and early morning.

Questions for Discussion:
Who is the victim in this story?

Why does the author portray the events in an unclear manner?

How does the mirror represent the metaphorical fight within Kenny?

You see:
Kenny Matoa
Harry
Kenny's Sisters
Mrs. Matoa
Meghan Dykema (asleep)
Links:
Abuela Invents the Zero
An Island Like You
The One Who Watches
Don Jose Of La Mancha
The One Who Watches
An Hour With Abuelo
Catch the Moon
White Balloons
A Job For Valentin
Home to the El Building
Bad Influence
Beauty Lessons
Arturo's Flight
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