Enrique's Journey Chapters 3-5 Flashcards

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What does the word 'Beast' refer to?

The journey

The train

Chiapas

All of the above (correct)

What attempt is this to get to the US?

8th

What does the term 'Iron Horse' mean?

Hope

What is Maria Isabel doing in Chapter 3?

Searching for Enrique with a friend Signup and view all the answers

Which part of Chiapas is considered 'nice'?

North Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid doing in South Chiapas?

Avoid buses, never ride trains alone, do not trust authorities Signup and view all the answers

What are 'madrinas'?

Civilians who help the authorities Signup and view all the answers

When Enrique stops at people's houses to find water and food, what happens?

He meets a woman who gives him food and water. Signup and view all the answers

How hot is it in South Chiapas?

105 degrees Signup and view all the answers

Who is Olga Sanchez Martinez?

The leader of the Shelter of Jesus the Good Shepherd in Tapachula Signup and view all the answers

What happens at the end of Chapter 3?

Enrique makes it to the state of Oaxaca, 285 miles into Mexico Signup and view all the answers

What does 'figure of Christ' mean?

Hope Signup and view all the answers

What do gifts and faith signify in Chapter 3?

Gifts: Veracruz people give gifts to migrants; Faith: Hope Signup and view all the answers

Are Veracruz people nice or sassy?

Nice, they help the migrants Signup and view all the answers

What does being a good Christian mean?

Being a good Samaritan Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'at 10 pm they lie down to sleep on the floor like canned sardines' represent?

Simile Signup and view all the answers

What do migrants usually carry, and what’s in it?

Bibles, record the names, phone numbers, and addresses of their family Signup and view all the answers

Why isn't Enrique asking God for help?

Believing that he has committed too many sins to be heard Signup and view all the answers

What does 'jefe' mean?

Chief Signup and view all the answers

Does Enrique have his mom's number in Chapter 5?

False Signup and view all the answers

Where does Lourdes say she is in Chapter 5?

North Carolina Signup and view all the answers

What job does Enrique do in Chapter 5?

Wash cars Signup and view all the answers

What does 'the cards are like gold' refer to?

Simile Signup and view all the answers

Where is Enrique in Chapter 5?

The banks of the Rio Grande in Nuevo Laredo at a campsite Signup and view all the answers

What does Enrique need to call his mom, and how much does it cost?

Needs 2 phone cards = 100 pesos Signup and view all the answers

Who is the campsite led by?

El Tiríndaro, a patero Signup and view all the answers

What does Enrique do on Mother's Day?

Gets a tattoo that says 'EnriqueLourdes' and uses one of his 2 phone cards for food Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Enrique's shoe?

It gets stolen Signup and view all the answers

What happens on May 19th, 2000?

Enrique goes to Pedro Leo, a kind local priest, for help Signup and view all the answers

Since he doesn't have his mother's phone number, whom does he call first?

Enrique makes the call back to his old boss in Honduras Signup and view all the answers

What do Enrique and his mother talk about?

They find it difficult to talk but discuss details of Enrique's next step. Signup and view all the answers

____ in six female migrants are subject to sexual assault.

One Signup and view all the answers

What gang controls the tops of the trains in Chiapas?

The Mara Salvatrucha gang Signup and view all the answers

How far is Oaxaca into Mexico?

285 miles Signup and view all the answers

When does Enrique reach Veracruz?

April 2000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the cost for El Tiríndaro's services?

$1,200 Signup and view all the answers

What does Enrique's tattoo say?

'EnriqueLourdes' Signup and view all the answers

How does Enrique lose one phone card?

He trades it for food Signup and view all the answers

When does Enrique make the call home?

May 19th Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Enrique's Journey: Chapters 3-5 Study Notes

Beast: Refers to the dangerous journey through Chiapas via trains.
Enrique's Attempts: This marks Enrique's eighth attempt to reach the United States.
Iron Horse: Symbolizes Enrique's hope during his perilous travels.
Maria Isabel's Actions: In Chapter 3, she searches for Enrique with the assistance of a friend.
Chiapas's North: Known for its beauty, highlighted by sightings of monarch butterflies.
Travel Precautions in Chiapas: Migrants should avoid buses, refrain from traveling alone on trains, and distrust authorities.
Madrinas: Citizens who assist authorities, often complicating migrants' journeys.
Human Kindness: A woman offers Enrique food and water during his travels, showcasing generosity among strangers.
Extreme Heat: Temperatures in South Chiapas can soar to 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
Olga Sanchez Martinez: The head of the Shelter of Jesus the Good Shepherd located in Tapachula.
End of Chapter 3: Enrique arrives in Oaxaca, having covered 285 miles into Mexico.
Figure of Christ: Represents hope for the migrants during their journey.
Gifts and Faith in Veracruz: Migrants receive kindness (gifts) and carry belief (faith) that they will find support along the way.
Nature of Veracruz Residents: Generally described as kind and helpful to migrants.
Christian Values: Being a good Christian is equated with being a good Samaritan, making allusions to faith-based compassion.
Crowded Sleeping Conditions: Migrants often rest tightly packed, likened to "canned sardines".
Contents of Migrants' Packs: Typically include Bibles and notebooks for recording family contact information.
Enrique's Spiritual Conflict: He refrains from asking God for assistance, believing he has sinned too much for his prayers to be heard.
Jefe: Translates to "chief," often used in the context of respect or authority.
Contacting His Mother: In Chapter 5, Enrique does not possess his mother's phone number.
Lourdes's Location: In Chapter 5, she is in North Carolina.
Enrique's Job: In Chapter 5, he works washing cars to sustain himself.
Value of Phone Cards: Phone cards are referred to as "gold," underlining their importance for communication.
Enrique's Location: He is at a campsite along the banks of the Rio Grande in Nuevo Laredo in Chapter 5.
Cost to Call His Mother: Enrique requires two phone cards, costing a total of 100 pesos.
Leader of Campsite: El Tiríndaro, a patero, oversees the campsite and helps smuggle migrants into the U.S. using inner tubes.
Mother's Day Tattoo: He gets a tattoo saying "enriquelourdes" and uses his phone card for nourishment.
Shoe Theft Incident: Enrique’s shoe gets stolen during his journey.
May 19, 2000: Enrique visits a kind priest named Pedro Leo to use the church's phone.
First Call: Since he lacks his mother's number, he first contacts an old boss in Honduras for help obtaining the number.
Discussion with His Mother: The call is difficult, but they agree on the plan for her to fund his smuggling into the U.S.
Sexual Assault Risk: One in six female migrants experience sexual assault during their journey.
Gang Control: The Mara Salvatrucha (MS-13) gang controls the tops of trains in Chiapas.
Distance to Oaxaca: Oaxaca is located 285 miles into Mexican territory.
Arrival in Veracruz: Enrique reaches Veracruz in April 2000, marking a significant milestone in his journey.
Cost of Smuggling Services: El Tiríndaro's fees amount to $1,200 for safe passage into the U.S.
Tattoo Significance: The tattoo "EnriqueLourdes" symbolizes Enrique's connection to his mother.
Phone Card Trade: Enrique loses one of his phone cards by trading it for food.
Timing of Enrique's Home Call: He makes the call home on May 19, maximizing the chance to connect with his mother.

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