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How my brother leon brought home a wife
“How My Brother Leon Brought Home a Wife” by Manuel E. ArguillaSummary
Baldo and his older brother Leon were both waiting for their visitor riding a carratela. When Baldo sa his older brother's wife, who is Maria, he was amazed by her beauty as he narrates their journey to their home in Nagrebcan. Maria was felt a bit anxious because of meeting Leon and Baldo's parents for the first time, but along their way home, she discovered the differences of the life of the people lived there and the life in the city where she met and fell in love with Leon.
Characters
Leon/Noel - Maria's husband, older brother of BaldoMaria - Leon's wife
Baldo - Leon's younger brother, also the narrator of this story
Mother and Father of Leon and BaldoAurelia - Leon and Baldo's younger sister
Labang - the carabaoSetting
Nagrebcan, Bauang La Union
Plot
Leon and Baldo waited for the arrival of Maria at the barrio.
Maria was afraid that she will not be accepted by Leon's father because she may not able to adapt their way of living in the province.
Baldo was ignoring to his older brother's question about why did they have to go to Waig instead of Camino Real. (The reason is that their father wanted to test Maria if she is worthy to be Leon's wife.)
Baldo discussed their travel to his father.
Leon's entire family talked to Maria.
1. Who among the characters in the story you appreciate most? Why? What trait/quality/characteristics you want to this character? Why?
For my opinion, I think I appreciate Maria most. Because she accepted and respected Leon for what he really is. She didn’t care what Leon’s life back in Nagrebcan. She was a supportive and a loving wife to Leon. She was so endearing and kind-hearted lady. She was very keen to meet Leon’s family.
The fact that the rural is different from the city can be somewhat discouraging but the closer hey get to the house, Maria still manages to overcome any trials. She admits for having some fear, but she also shows clearly it
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