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The film begins with Jose saying goodbye. He and his family are leaving Michoacan, Mexico and heading to ____.
The film begins with Jose saying goodbye. He and his family are leaving Michoacan, Mexico and heading to ____.
Stockton
Jose's cousin Beto hasn't been at school because he's been at ____.
Jose's cousin Beto hasn't been at school because he's been at ____.
work
What time does Jose wake up to work?
What time does Jose wake up to work?
4:15
Jose asks Miss Young, 'What are ____ for?'
Jose asks Miss Young, 'What are ____ for?'
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Which space mission launch did Jose watch in 1969?
Which space mission launch did Jose watch in 1969?
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Miss Young told Jose, 'You are a ____ ____ ____.'
Miss Young told Jose, 'You are a ____ ____ ____.'
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On his first day of work as a lab engineer, who did the receptionist mistake him for?
On his first day of work as a lab engineer, who did the receptionist mistake him for?
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Adela wants to go out with Jose but he has to ____________ first.
Adela wants to go out with Jose but he has to ____________ first.
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How does Adela react at first to hearing Jose's goal?
How does Adela react at first to hearing Jose's goal?
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Adela finds a letter from ____ and gets upset.
Adela finds a letter from ____ and gets upset.
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Beto says, 'Who better than a ____? Somebody that knows what it's like to dive into the unknown. Who better than that to dare leave this ____?'
Beto says, 'Who better than a ____? Somebody that knows what it's like to dive into the unknown. Who better than that to dare leave this ____?'
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What are 3 activities that Jose starts to improve his NASA application?
What are 3 activities that Jose starts to improve his NASA application?
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Adela tells Jose, 'We grew up watching our people make sacrifices. It's ____ ____ now.'
Adela tells Jose, 'We grew up watching our people make sacrifices. It's ____ ____ now.'
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What does Jose decide to do differently for his 12th NASA application?
What does Jose decide to do differently for his 12th NASA application?
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Beto's daughter says, 'Now you have to ____ him and make it to space.'
Beto's daughter says, 'Now you have to ____ him and make it to space.'
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Jose's colleague Kalpana Chawla tells him, 'Tenacity is a ____.'
Jose's colleague Kalpana Chawla tells him, 'Tenacity is a ____.'
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In 2003, Jose lost seven of his colleagues in the Space Shuttle ____ disaster.
In 2003, Jose lost seven of his colleagues in the Space Shuttle ____ disaster.
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Adela realizes that Jose will be going to space when he shows up to the restaurant wearing a ____ suit.
Adela realizes that Jose will be going to space when he shows up to the restaurant wearing a ____ suit.
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What piece of Adela's jewelry does Jose take with him?
What piece of Adela's jewelry does Jose take with him?
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Who comes with Adela to visit Jose before he leaves for space and what does she bring with her?
Who comes with Adela to visit Jose before he leaves for space and what does she bring with her?
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Jose wants Adela to tell his dad that he's sorry that he lost the ____ in Michoacan.
Jose wants Adela to tell his dad that he's sorry that he lost the ____ in Michoacan.
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Jose was Mission Specialist Two for the STS-128 mission on the Space Shuttle ____ which launched on August 28, 2009.
Jose was Mission Specialist Two for the STS-128 mission on the Space Shuttle ____ which launched on August 28, 2009.
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As Jose is getting prepared, what does the real Jose M. Hernandez say?
As Jose is getting prepared, what does the real Jose M. Hernandez say?
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Jose was the first migrant ____ to travel to space.
Jose was the first migrant ____ to travel to space.
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Jose still picks ____ with his father for the vineyard that they own.
Jose still picks ____ with his father for the vineyard that they own.
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Study Notes
Key Locations and Characters
- Stockton: Jose and his family leave Michoacan, Mexico, for Stockton, marking a significant change in their lives.
- Beto: Jose's cousin who has been absent from school due to work commitments.
Important Events and Timeline
- Early Routine: Jose wakes up at 4:15 AM to begin his day and contribute to his family.
- Apollo 11: Jose watches the launch of the Apollo 11 mission in 1969, a pivotal moment that inspires his dreams.
Goals and Aspirations
- Supportive Teacher: Miss Young encourages Jose, describing him as a "force of nature," emphasizing his potential to overcome challenges.
- NASA Applications: Following multiple unsuccessful attempts, Jose decides to personally deliver his 12th application to NASA.
Relationships and Personal Growth
- Adela's Interest: Adela expresses a desire to date Jose, but he feels the need to meet her father first.
- Challenges in Love: Adela’s reaction to Jose’s ambitions causes her initial laughter, reflecting her surprise at his dreams of space travel.
Professional Journey
- Initial Misunderstanding: On his first day as a lab engineer, Jose is mistakenly identified as a janitor, highlighting the challenges he faces in his career.
- Tenacity as a Strength: Colleague Kalpana Chawla identifies tenacity as Jose's superpower, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in his journey.
Personal Sacrifices and Family
- Continuing Tradition: Jose continues to pick grapes with his father, maintaining his family connections and roots as a migrant farmworker.
- Expressions of Regret: Jose wishes for Adela to convey his apologies to his father regarding the lost house in Michoacan.
Space Missions and Achievements
- Columbia Disaster: Jose experiences tragedy when he loses seven colleagues during the 2003 Space Shuttle Columbia disaster.
- Mission Specialist: He serves as Mission Specialist Two for the STS-128 mission on August 28, 2009, marking significant progress in his career.
Symbolic Gestures
- Wedding Ring: Jose takes a piece of Adela's jewelry with him as a symbol of love and commitment during his space journey.
- Final Preparations: The real Jose M. Hernandez shares a heartfelt moment with Jose as he prepares for launch, wishing him good luck.
Motivational Messages
- Encouragement from Miss Young: Before Jose departs for space, Miss Young visits him, bringing along his rocket drawing, a reminder of his dreams.
- Cultural Reflections: Beto’s remarks about being a migrant and understanding the unknown resonate with Jose as he pursues his goals.
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