Bonus: Whole Book
Who compiled the stories and poems for this book?
Margarita Longoria
Who is the author of this story?
David Bowles
Where did the speaker grow up?
Wichita Falls, Texas
Which story did you like better? Why?
- Open Response
When was this book published? (Just year is fine)
August 17, 2021
Who found the body by the canal?
Oscar's Younger Brother
What Identities were discussed in this story?
Mexican and White
What Intersecting Identities do you hold?
-Open Response
How many Poems are there in the book?
4
What is the full name of the main characters in this story?
Oscar Garza and Ariel Ortega (ah-ryel)
Why did the speaker hate the phrase 'No Hablo Espanol?'
Because it felt like a constant apology
What is your main takeaway from the book overall?
- Open response
What are the major themes from the book?
Multiple facets of identity - Intersectionality and Personal Experience
What were some of the nicknames Oscar was given by kids at his school?
Guero cacahuatero (White peanut)
Mariposón (Homosexual, fairy)
What was the speaker shocked about in the Latino Community?
Colorism, politics and social nuances, gender roles, & Immigrant experiences
What can we link the reading to? (HINT: Think about Identities discussed)
Our Chimayo Service Trip
Which Goddess was mentioned in the book? (HINT: 'Warning Bells' Chapter)
Coyolxauhqui (coh-yohl-shau-kee)
- Goddess of the Moon
What Intersecting Identities are seen in this story?
Being Mexican and Queer
What did we learn in PLP that the speaker identified after exploring their heritage? (HINT: Pg 138)
Privilege & Power (Being Half-White)
What PLP Topic relates to the major theme of this book? Bonus: Which year of PLP?
Mapping Dimensions of Identity (A Call to Lead I: Theories and Skills)
Authenticity (2nd Year, 2nd Semester)
Power & Privilege