Laura Esquivel displays a perfect example of this evolution in her book, "Like Water for Chocolate". ... Tita's caring and forgiving nature makes it easy for Mama Elena to control her like a puppet. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

I even offered him some of Francis's freshly baked chocolate-chip cookies. ... We talked for hours like sweethearts who are just discovering each other. ... He boisterously egged B.G. on to have his way with me since he liked me so much! ... He brought me food, water, and even a magazine. ... Paradoxically, he didn't want me to turn out like him. ...

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• Grade Level: High School