characters
Manuel Hernandez
Manny's dad, abusive and neglectful, values money over people
innocent
a pure, guileless, or naive person
How does Manny's mom feel after her husband is arrested?
"You just don't want him to be mad at you."
Manny
How old am i?
16
Magda
Manny's older sister, a hard worker, interested in boys
dainty
delicately small and pretty
What is The Berets' main motive/belief?
They believe white people are their enemy and that white people try to keep Mexican Americans from succeeding
"I'm not ruining my life, Mom! You keep saying I'm going to ruin my life."
Magda
What high school do I go to?
Foothill High School
Pedi
Manny's youngest sibling
callus
a thickened and hardened part of the skin
Why is Lencho kicked out of The Berets?
He is defeated by Coach Rogers' gang
"They'll just have to let him out when they decide to let him out."
Manny's mom
When is my birthday?
May 15, 2004
Lencho
a member of the gang The Berets, school bully
brusque
abrupt in speech or manner.
Why was Manny invited to Dorothy's party?
Mr. Giddens wanted him to spy on his daughter
"You can see nothing's wrong here, officer."
Manny's Dad
What instrument do I play the most?
Piano
Eddie
a member of the gang Manny joined, tries to rob a lady getting into her car
anvil
a heavy steel or iron block with a flat top, concave sides, and typically a pointed end, on which metal can be hammered and shaped
Why does Manny join a gang?
In order to kiss a girl
"Qué curiositos se miraban."
Grandma Rosa
When did I meet my best friend?
Sixth grade