I am Uruguayan and one of the aspects of my culture that all Uruguayans are extremely proud of is known as "garra charrúa". This is the underdog personality that Uruguayans demonstrate in everything they do. This is also a way of life passed down from the natives of the country. As Uruguayan citizens we always try our best regardless of what we are trying to accomplish or how impossible it may seem to overcome the obstacles in our way.
In this passage, Vera is creating a false tale about why her Uncle is scared of dogs. This is a critical moment because readers realize Vera has often lied to them throughout the novel.</span>
