Paloma's Journey: Relationships, Moving to England, and Family Conflict Analysis

Chapter 1: Paloma's Reluctance and Relationships

1. Why didn't Paloma want to move to England?

Paloma did not want to move to England because she didn't want to leave her friends and her current school.

2. What do we learn about Marta and her relationship with Paloma?

• They are sisters.
• Marta is one year older than Paloma.
• Marta is more mature than Paloma.
• The two sisters are very different and have very different friends.

3. Describe Paloma's relationship with Daniel.

Daniel is a friend of Paloma, and she has liked him for years.

4. Why does Marta think it would be good for Paloma to leave Eva?

Marta believes it would be good for Paloma to leave Eva because she thinks Eva is very arrogant.

Chapter 2: Attempts to Stop the Move

1. How did Paloma try to stop the move, and how did her family react?

Paloma had complained, shouted, and cried to stop the move. Her parents were upset and angry about her behavior.

2. What do we learn about Eva from her phone call with Laia?

Eva talks to Laia because she wants to get concert tickets. Paloma felt sad and strange after overhearing the call.

3. What made Paloma understand that Daniel liked her?

Paloma believed Daniel liked her because she sensed a tension between them, and Daniel kissed her while they were working on their science project.

Chapter 3: Farewell Gifts and Family Secrets

1. What did Eva give Paloma on the last day of school, and what did Paloma think of it?

Eva gave Paloma a diary and a card. Paloma thought the card was a little depressing, but the diary was great.

2. How did Paloma's dad react when David chased her around the boxes?

Paloma's father laughed a lot during this situation.

3. What facts did Marta tell Paloma about their parents?

Marta explained that their parents might break up their marriage if Paloma doesn't stop her selfish personality.

4. How did the conversation with Marta affect Paloma's plans?

The conversation with Marta affected Paloma's plans because she had intended to make a big scene at the airport, but now she reconsidered her actions.

Chapter 5: Adjusting to the New School

1. Why did the students work so hard in the 11th year?

The students worked so hard in the 11th year because the subjects they were studying were very difficult.

2. How had Paloma's attitude toward her new school changed by the end of the morning?

By the end of the morning, Paloma thought she would like the school, and she believed her new classmates were good.