Chronicle+Character+-+Maria+Alejandrina+Cervantes

Maria Alejandrina Cervantes
 * Character’s name**

Maria Alejandria Cervantes is the prostitute Santiago Nasar and his friends frequently visited, although she doesn’t view Nasar as just another customer. She respects him, and Santiago Nasar in return considers her to be more than just a sexual partner. Maria Alejandria Cervantes helps define Santiago Nasar’s personality and character through their relationship.
 * Role in plot**


 * Significance of name in work**
 * Maria** is the Spanish form of Mary. Mary is a Hebrew name meaning “bitter”, and alludes to the Virgin Mary, which is ironic considering the career choice of the character. It could also be a reference to Mary Magdalen, the alleged prostitute who became one of Jesus' most devout followers. **Alejandria** means the defender of mankind. **Cervantes** is a municipality in Galicia, Spain, so perhaps her family originated from Spain.

Becca Krawitz
 * Student’s name**