13 from The Squatter and the Don
by María Ruiz de Burton
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Based on this passage, what two plots are likely t
The Squatter and the Don involves two families in San Diego
in the 1870s. The Alamar family, headed by Don Mariano, has
lived on a large ranch for decades. But since the
Mexican-American War ended, settlers from the eastern
United States have been occupying the Alamar's land. In this
excerpt, Clarence Darrell, the son of one such settler, runs
into Señor Alamar's son Don Victoriano.
Victoriano will invite Clarence to his home
Mercedes and Madame Halier will finish
Victoriano is likely to undermine Clarence
Clarence will run into one of the Alamar di
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Clarence will strive to purchase the Alama
"Good morning," said Clarence, "I am glad to catch up
with you. Don Victoriano. I have been wanting to speak to
you."
Victoriano bowed, saying, "Will you go to my house?"
"No, I'd rather not. I am not dressed to be seen by
ladies. I would rather speak to you here."
"You are going to build a large house, Mr. Darrell?" said
Victoriano, turning his horse so as to ride beside Clarence:
"judging by the amount of lumber being hauled."
"Yes; rather. We are a large family, and require a good