The house of the scorpions book. Question
Each night in the plankton factory, Jorge forces the boys to participate in self-criticism. What are self-criticisms? What is the purpose of Jorge doing this? Provide textual evidence to support your answer.

Robert was not waiting for her in the little parlor. he was nowhere at hand. the house was empty. but he had scrawled on a piece of paper that lay in the lamplight: "i love you. good-by—because i love you." what significant idea, presented throughout the novel, does robert's final departure and note highlight? edna is ultimately alone in her rebirth. edna needs to find solace in her children. edna will never be truly loved by anyone. edna should not have forsaken her family.