Questions and Answers
Who is Jim White?
Jim White is the main character, a coach who moved to McFarland and became the cross country coach.
What role did Cheryl White play in Jim's decision-making?
Cheryl White was a major influence on Jim's decisions regarding his daughter's birthday and the job in Palo Alto.
How did Julie White feel about McFarland when they first moved there?
Julie White disliked McFarland very much initially.
What did Jamie White frequently do during the movie?
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What role did Lupe play in the story?
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What happened to Javi during Julie's quinceanera?
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Who was Tomás Valle?
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What was Señora Díaz known for?
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What was Danny Díaz's significance to the team?
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Who was Director Camillo?
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What did José Cardenas write about?
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What conflict did Jim White have with Entrenador Jenks?
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Study Notes
Jim White
- Main character who moved to McFarland, California after being fired from his last job.
- Initially hired as a football coach but transitioned to physical education due to a disagreement with Coach Jenks.
- Became the cross country coach, leading the team to multiple state victories.
Cheryl White
- Jim White's wife who significantly influenced his decision-making regarding family matters, including their daughter's birthday and job offers.
Julie White
- The eldest daughter who initially detested living in McFarland.
- Developed a fondness for the town and had her quinceanera that was pivotal to the story.
- Was injured during the event but was rescued by her father's team.
Jamie White
- The youngest daughter who admired artwork and often guided Jim's actions throughout the film.
Lupe
- Javi's girlfriend who assisted Cheryl during a car trouble incident.
- Entertained the White daughters while Jim prepared for Julie's quinceanera.
- Refers to the White girls as "gringas."
Javi
- Lupe's boyfriend who had her portrait on his car's hood.
- Involved in a serious incident during Julie's quinceanera that led to his hospitalization.
Tomás Valle
- Captain of the cross country team, grappling with family issues, including domestic violence.
- Experienced a crisis moment where he almost committed suicide but was persuaded by Jim to seek help.
- Had aspirations for college athletics but struggled with emotional outbursts, leading to temporary departures from the team.
Señora Díaz
- Mother of the Díaz boys, known for her culinary skills and authority within the household.
Damacio Díaz
- One of the Díaz brothers, contributing to the team dynamic.
Danny Díaz
- The larger brother known as the team’s anchor.
- Instrumental in securing victories at state competitions due to his tenacity.
David Díaz
- Another of the Díaz brothers, part of the core team.
Director Camillo
- Principal of McFarland High School who showed support for Tomás, allowing him to participate in cross country instead of facing suspension.
Victor
- A team runner recognizable by his white tank top and khakis, representing the team's spirit.
José Cardenas
- Team member who documented his passion for running and aspirations for college in his journal.
Coach Jenks
- Jim White's counterpart and football coach who had a conflict with him, ultimately leading to Jim's reassignment.
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Explore key characters from the film 'McFarland, USA'. This quiz focuses on Jim White and Cheryl White, shedding light on their roles and significance in the story. Test your knowledge of their contributions and relationships within the narrative.