Internal Traits
One or more trait of Papá
Sweet
Strong
Intimidating
What word means,
speak tediously in a dull monotonous voice
Droning
Where is San Joaquin Valley on a map
near the bay or San Francisco
What job did the family start after strawberry season ended?
Picking grapes
What does Rorra’s decision to spend the pennies on bubblegum reveal about her understanding of value and consequences
Her choice also highlights consequences: while she gains a short-term reward, Francisco experiences frustration and loss
One or more trait of Francisco
Irritated
"easy breezy"
Loving / loved his librito or little book
What word means,
causing a blister or blisters ; (Especially of sunlight, heat, etc.) very severe or intense
Blistering
What rare and endangered animal lives there
A kit fox
Why wasn’t Carl allowed to go to Francisco’s house?
Francisco was embarrassed of his house
How does the loss of the notebook affect Francisco emotionally and intellectually
Emotionally, the notebook is very personal to him and Intellectually, the notebook was his “dictionary”
Who has the traits,
Mature
Leader
Cheeky
Roberto
Say the sentence, "I love Miss Paz's class" in a droning voice
Ugh, i l o v e m i s s p a z ' s c l a s s, ugh
😒
Finish the sentence
Known as the f____ basket of the w_____
Food basket of the world
Why did Francisco call his notebook his “dictionary”?
He used it to understand and learn english words
How does Francisco earning Papá’s penny serve as a symbol of both responsibility and personal growth
As a symbol of responsibility, the penny is something Francisco has to earn through work, not just receive, and as a symbol of personal growth, the penny marks a turning point for Francisco
Who has the traits,
Embarrased
sad
sorry
sort of clueless
Rorra
What is kerosene usually used for?
(At least 2 examples)
heaters
lamps
engined
cleaning
ovens
Has the first, second, third, fourth, or fith longest river in the world
third
What does Rorra taking the pennies suggest about how she views money?
It might suggest she likes to spend or use money for goods and needs
Why is Francisco’s notebook both a tool for learning and a symbol of hope
As a tool for learning, the notebook acts as his “dictionary,” where he writes down and studies new words, and as a symbol of hope, the notebook represents Francisco’s belief that education can lead to a better life
Who has the traits,
strong
sweet
Mamá
What is the definition of Kerosene
A light fuel obtained by distilling petroleum, used especially in het engines, domestic heaters, lamps, and as a cleaning solvent.
The air quality there is
w______ in the U_____
Worst in the U.S.
How does Mamá’s story about the ant connect to the idea of responsibility or choices?
Mamá is teaching that being responsible with what you have, no matter how small, can lead to something greater in the future, while careless choices can lead to loss.
How do the younger siblings’ reactions emphasize the emotional impact of the fire
Their fear, confusion, and sadness make the event feel more intense and real