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Questions and Answers
Where does Ana live?
Where does Ana live?
California
Who are the members of Ana's family?
Who are the members of Ana's family?
mom, dad, Ana, Don, Patty
What are the main problems Ana faces in Chapter 1?
What are the main problems Ana faces in Chapter 1?
Mom yells, dad won't give her money because they're poor, Don never helps, and Patty steals her clothes.
What opportunity did Sra. Borda present to Ana in Chapter 2?
What opportunity did Sra. Borda present to Ana in Chapter 2?
What is the name of Ana's Spanish teacher?
What is the name of Ana's Spanish teacher?
What do Ana and her new friends do in Chapter 4?
What do Ana and her new friends do in Chapter 4?
Who does Ana meet in Chapter 6 and what do they do?
Who does Ana meet in Chapter 6 and what do they do?
Where does Ana travel to in Mexico?
Where does Ana travel to in Mexico?
What does Ana realize about her family when she returns to California?
What does Ana realize about her family when she returns to California?
What initiative does Ana take regarding less fortunate families in Mexico?
What initiative does Ana take regarding less fortunate families in Mexico?
Flashcards
Tepic, Nayarit
Tepic, Nayarit
The city in Mexico where Ana stays with the Sánchez family.
Sra. Borda
Sra. Borda
Ana's Spanish teacher who informs her about a free trip to Mexico.
Envy
Envy
Ana's initial emotion stemming from family issues and materialistic desires.
Exchange Program
Exchange Program
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Mexican Food
Mexican Food
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Families are not perfect
Families are not perfect
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Cumbia
Cumbia
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Clothing Drive
Clothing Drive
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Dancing Cumbia
Dancing Cumbia
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Appreciation
Appreciation
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Study Notes
Ana's Background
- Ana resides in California and faces challenges at home due to her family's financial situation.
- Family members include her mom, dad, younger sister Patty, and brother Don.
Chapter Summaries
- Chapter 1: Ana experiences family struggles; her mother often yells, her father refuses to give her money, and her brother doesn't help. She feels envious of her wealthy friends, Elsa and Sara.
- Chapter 2: After a book search leads to frustration, Ana learns about a free opportunity to live in Mexico. Convincing her dad about the cost-free trip, she gains his approval.
- Chapter 3: Upon arriving in Mexico, Ana's initial fear is eased by her new host family, the Sánchez family, who apologize for not meeting her at the airport. She forms a connection with her host sisters, Juana and Susana.
- Chapter 4: Ana and her new friends explore local spots, including a gym and market, highlighting the differences between American and Mexican food, particularly tacos.
- Chapter 5: Ana befriends Patricia, who attends a private school and shares experiences of school life and friendship.
- Chapter 6: Ana attends a dance with Patricia, where she learns to dance Cumbia from Ricardo and realizes that not all families are perfect.
- Chapter 7: On the eve of her departure, Ana says heartfelt goodbyes to new friends; both she and her host family express sadness and hopes for future visits.
- Chapter 8: Back in California, Ana appreciates her family's privileges, recognizes her previous material desires, and keeps in touch with friends in Mexico through letters.
- Chapter 9: Ana channels her experiences into action, organizing a clothing drive to help less fortunate families in Mexico, reflecting her growth and newfound perspective on materialism.
Additional Information
- Spanish Teacher: Ana's teacher is Sra. Borda, who plays a significant role in facilitating Ana's opportunity to travel.
- Important Locations: Ana travels to Tepic, Nayarit, in Mexico, experiencing a vibrant culture and life with her host family.
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