Chapter 6: I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter

Questions and Answers

Who’s party was Julissa going to?

Her cousin Victor's 7th birthday

Who’s Vanessa?

16-year-old cousin with a daughter named Olivia

How does Julia greet her family?

Missing them on the cheek when saying hello and goodbye

What did Tío Cayetano do when nobody was looking?

He'd put his fingers in Julia's mouth Signup and view all the answers

Who’s Paloma?

Tío Bigote's wife, who was overweight and had a thyroid problem Signup and view all the answers

Buena para comer means ___

good eater Signup and view all the answers

What is Tía Milagros like?

Bitter and resentful; her husband left her for a woman half her age Signup and view all the answers

Who is Freddy?

A University of Illinois grad, engineer, who wears dark jeans and a black blazer Signup and view all the answers

Who is Alicia?

Married to Freddy, with the most interesting outfits, theater major, works at Steppenwolf Signup and view all the answers

Why could Freddy and Alicia not make it to Olga's funeral?

They were in Thailand Signup and view all the answers

What was Julissa doing in the room by herself?

Reading 'Catcher in the Rye' Signup and view all the answers

What was Julia's dream?

Her old room catches fire, she sees her dead grandfather holding a dead goat, and then Olga gets dragged away Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Julissa's Reluctance to Attend the Party

Julissa is hesitant to attend her cousin Victor's 7th birthday party.

Vanessa's Background

Vanessa is a 16-year-old cousin who has a daughter named Olivia.

Julia's Family Greetings

Julia greets her family by kissing them on the cheek while saying hello and goodbye, indicating affection and familial closeness.

Tío Cayetano's Behavior

Tío Cayetano engages in inappropriate behavior by putting his fingers in Julia's mouth when no one is watching.

Paloma's Character

Tío Bigote's wife Paloma is described as overweight, with Julia often pointing out her size; she suffers from a thyroid problem.

Meaning of "Buena para Comer"

"Buena para comer" translates to "good eater," typically a compliment implying that someone is not spoiled or bratty.

Tía Milagros' Personality

Tía Milagros is portrayed as bitter and resentful due to her husband's infidelity, characterized by her 80s hairstyle and tendency to judge others.

Freddy's Profile

Freddy is a graduate of the University of Illinois, an engineer known for wearing dark jeans and a black blazer.

Alicia's Background

Alicia, married to Freddy, is recognized for her interesting outfits, has a theater major, and works at Steppenwolf Theatre.

Absence from Olga's Funeral

Freddy and Alicia could not attend Olga's funeral because they were in Thailand at the time.

Julissa's Solitary Activity

Julissa is found reading "Catcher in the Rye" alone in her room, which leads to an angry outburst from her Tío Bigotes, who criticizes her and claims she is a disgrace to Mexicans.

Julia's Disturbing Dream

Julia dreams of her old room catching fire, where her dead grandfather holds a dead goat; the dream features surreal elements, including her seeing herself as a mermaid and Olga being dragged away.

Description

Test your knowledge of key concepts and characters from Chapter 6 of 'I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter'. This quiz covers important familial relationships and cultural customs depicted in the chapter. Enhance your understanding and retention of the material!