Traits and Values
Guilt, remorse, strong character
What does the US Mexico border represent
Division
Who takes Francisco and Roberto out to dinner?
Mary?
What does the word migrant mean?
A person who moves from one country to another
How does Francisco and Roberto feel when they have to go back to America without the rest of their family?
Sad, scared, and hopeful
When Francisco and Roberto get up early every morning to do chores, what traits are they showing?
Responsibility and hardworking
What are the gym shoes a symbol of?
Grades and money
What are the reasons for Papa‟s nearly constant bad mood? Does he deserve to feel this way?
He is in pain and feels responsible for the family's struggles with money
What does the word uttered mean?
To make a sound with ones voice
How does Francisco feel when Peggy stops talking to him?
Sad, mad, confused
Family
What does Papa's gift of a used religious medal tell about his feelings toward Francisco?
That he cares for him and loves him
Who is one of the first friends that Francisco makes?
Paul
What does the word rupture mean?
To break
Why does Francisco feel conflicted about being a teacher?
Because Papá is not supportive because they can't afford to pay for him to be a teacher
What does Mary value?
Being helpful, kindness, opportunity
Why is the book called Breaking Through?
Because Francisco breaks through the barriers put in front of him
Is Toritio a static or dynamic character?
Static
Preamble
An introductory statment
How does Francisco feel at the rotary club?
Embarrassed and out of place
What do the people at the rotary club value?
Assimilation, wealth, success
What do the strawberries represent?
Responsibility/manual labor - poverty
Is Peggy a static or dynamic character?
Dilapidated
A worn down building or structure
Why does Roberto drive Francisco to school?
So that he won't be embarrassed and because he likes spending time with him