Family
Who died in Chapter 29?
Abuelita Chinta
How many finalists were there in the Emerging Voices program?
25
Where does Reyna get a job after her credential program?
Fremont-Washington Adult School
What is a machete?
a weapon- long bladed knife
How much did the funeral cost?
$1,000
How many judges interviewed Reyna?
5
What class did Reyna teach?
Beginning Level ESL
What are Brownie points?
an imaginary award given to someone who does good deeds or tries to please.
Who helped Reyna prepare Abuelita's body for burial?
Mago
Who is Jenoyne Adams?
A writer and literary agent.
What countries did her students come from?
Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua
wealthy, rich
Who asked Reyna if she lived in Disneyland?
Her cousin Diana
Who did Reyna choose as her mentor?
Maria Amparo
Who did her students remind Reyna of?
Her parents
What is suffocating?
difficulty breathing, making one feel trapped and oppressed.
Who did Reyna help pay for education?
Her cousins Lupe, Diana, and Rolando.
What book did she finish writing?
Across a Hundred Mountains
What surprised Reyna about teaching?
The students listened to her, did the work, and were respectful.
What does mediocre mean?
of only moderate quality; not very good.