Characters
Which character did not need help on the cotton field?
Roberto
Setting refers to when and where the story is happening as well as ____________.
the social context
What theme is represented when Francisco helps his mother pick cotton and then helps his father pick cotton?
Family or Hard Work
Which character was amused by the ten-foot white canvas trailing on the floor?
Mama
Where does Francisco live with his family in this chapter?
Corcoran, California
The family has to move a lot to find work. What theme does this represent?
Migrant Life or instability
Which character can is not feeling very well in this chapter?
Papa
When does chapter 8 take place?
In October (the fall) (rainy season)
On page 56, Francisco says, "we ate tortillas and beans for breakfast." What theme does this quote represent?
Cultural Identity
This character is in charge of watching the younger siblings while the older members of the family work.
Trampita
In chapter 8, the family shares a mattress to sleep on. How is this part of the setting?
This detail helps understand the family's status which is part of the social context of setting.
When Papa says Roberto and Francisco can wait, Francisco says, "Seeing this as an opportunity to prove tp Papa that I was grown up enough for my own cotton sack, I followed him and Roberto into the field." What theme does this represent?
Determination or Perseverance
This character was determined to show that he can be helpful in the field.
Francisco (Panchito)
How can the setting contribute to the theme?
It establishes the atmosphere which influences characters' actions
On page 63, Francisco says, "I knelt in front of the Virgen de Guadalupe and said my prayers silently." Which theme is represented by this quote?
Faith