House of the Scorpion post #3

1. Ton-Ton seemed like the type of person that wasn't too bright, and stuttered all the time. He also seems to follow any orders given, and just wants to stay out of trouble. But underneath, he is a nice friend that would go out of his way to help someone. He is actually bright, and he just is nervous.
2. The author stretches out the information as best as she can, which is excellent. She writes every little detail, including any obstacles that Matt and company must journey through. Even after Matt found Maria, the author kept on writing about what happens next, and reviewing crucial events in the story.
3. What do you think the importance of El Patron keeping everything he ever owned in his "tomb"? Do you think it was wise to do so?

-Ethan

House of the Scorpion post #2

4-8-08
Chapters 14-26

1. I think Tam Lin is sort of like Hagrid, from the Harry Potter series. I feel that like Hagrid, he tries and keep Matt out of trouble, and is usually very friendly to Matt. Sometimes he can be strict, but he helps Matt all the way. They both write a bit sloppily, which is another thing identical about them. Tam Lin seems to be very high strung, but underneath, he is ready to pounce any time.

2. The author's theme was probaly to believe people and give second chances. Work together with others, and good is ultimately better. Love is better than any treasure, and is not worth leaving, even if hardships must be endured. Be careful where you step, and always cut once and measure twice.

3. Why do you think El Patron educated, fed, and entertained Matt if he was going to use him for transplants anyways?

-Ethan

House of the Scorpion post #1

4-4-08

Chapters 1-13

1. During the story, Matt steals Maria's dog to try to get to talk to her, in order to apologise. I don't think this is a smart move at all, especially with all the evidence he left. Stealing the dog is a bad idea enough, because it would make Maria never want to forgive him anyways. There is almost no doubt that he as already pushed Maria to the point of no return.

2. It upsets me that clones are treated so cruelly. I feel that everything, wether clone or not, should have a fair chance at life. Instead, most of the clones are injected, and shattered to pieces. I feel so bad for the ones that get restrained and get turned into drool-bots.

3. Why do you think everyone treats clones so unkindly?

-Ethan