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How many months later is it in this chapter until Anna gets to go to Mexico?
3 months later
How many days until Anna gets to go to Mexico?
2 more days
After her last day in Spanish class, who does Anna speak to?
Sra. Borda
What does Sra. Borda tell Anna about Mexico?
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What does Anna say to Sra. Borda after she tells her about Mexico?
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How is Anna going to Mexico?
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What airport did Anna go to?
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Who accompanies Anna to the Los Angeles airport?
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How does Anna feel after she takes out her plane ticket?
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What airline is Anna taking?
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What does Ana do before she boards the plane for Mexico?
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Where is Ana 3 hours later?
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What does Ana do after arriving in Guadalajara?
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What is Nayarit?
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When Ana gets off the plane, who is not there?
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How does Ana feel when she doesn't see the Sanchez family?
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What does Ana say to the man she sees?
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What does the man respond to Ana?
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What problem does Ana have with José?
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What do José and Ana do?
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What conversation do Ana and José have before she heads for her family?
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Why is Ana afraid?
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What does Ana respond to the taxi driver?
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What does Ana do when she arrives?
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Who opens the door?
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What does Susana tell Ana?
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What does Ana reply to the guilty Susana?
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When the family explains why they weren't at the airport, does Ana understand?
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Why is Ana scared and why is she worried?
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Describe the Sanchez family.
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What's the father's name?
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What's the mother's name?
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How many kids does the Sanchez family have?
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What are the daughters' names?
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What are the sons' names?
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How old are the children?
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What does Ernesto say to Ana?
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Which kid speaks a little Spanish?
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When the girls take Ana to their bedroom, what questions do they ask, and what does Ana respond?
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How old is Ana?
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Does Ana have a boyfriend?
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Does Ana like school?
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Does Ana like the music of Enrique Iglesias?
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What type of car does Ana have?
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What does Juana tell Ana about cars in Mexico?
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Describe the house Ana is staying in Mexico.
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Describe where people sleep in the house.
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What questions does Ana ask and what do they respond?
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Where do Paula and Elena both live, and do they both study at her school?
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Who is Veronica?
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How long do Ana, Juana, and Susana talk for?
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Does Ana like her new family?
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Study Notes
Time Frame
- Three months later, Anna has only two days left until her trip to Mexico.
Conversations
- Anna speaks with Sra. Borda after Spanish class, who informs her about the differences in living conditions in Mexico.
Insight from Sra. Borda
- Sra. Borda explains that many Mexican families may not be wealthy and emphasizes the value of the experience for Anna.
Anna’s Excitement
- Anna expresses gratitude and excitement to Sra. Borda for the opportunity.
Mode of Travel
- Anna travels to Mexico by plane, flying from Los Angeles Airport.
Travel Companions
- Anna is accompanied by her family, Sara, and Elsa to the airport.
Mixed Emotions
- After checking her plane ticket, Anna feels a combination of sadness, excitement, and fear.
Airline Details
- Anna is flying with a Mexican airline.
Departure Ritual
- Before boarding, Anna hugs her friends and family, who all shout "goodbye."
Arrival Details
- Three hours after departure, Anna arrives in Guadalajara.
Connecting Flight
- Upon arrival in Guadalajara, she boards another flight to Tepic, Nayarit.
Geography
- Nayarit is a state in Mexico, similar to California in the U.S.
Family Anticipation
- Anna does not see the Sanchez family upon arrival, leading to her worry (preocupada).
Introduction
- Anna introduces herself to a man named José Gomez, expressing her origin and familial ties.
Language Barrier
- Anna struggles to understand José due to the language barrier.
Taxi Assistance
- José assists Anna in finding a taxi, where she provides the driver's address for her family.
Thankful Exchange
- Anna expresses her gratitude to José, who wishes her luck in Mexico.
Sources of Fear
- Anna's fears stem from the absence of her family at the airport, being in a foreign country, and her limited Spanish comprehension.
Taxi Communication
- Anna responds in a friendly manner to the taxi driver despite the language differences.
Arrival at the Sanchez Home
- Upon arrival, Anna gives the taxi driver a small payment and knocks on the door of her family's house.
Family Welcome
- Susana, a 14-year-old girl, opens the door and expresses concern for Anna’s situation.
Reassuring Response
- Anna reassures Susana that everything is okay and that she is there now.
Communication Challenges
- Ana does not fully grasp the family's explanations for their absence at the airport, responding with smiles and "si."
Emotional State
- Anna feels scared and worried due to her inability to understand the conversations around her.
Family Structure
- The Sanchez family consists of a mother (Julia), father (Earnesto), and four children: two daughters (Juana and Susana) and two sons (Pablo and Juan).
Configuration of Children
- Juana is 16, Susana is 14, Pablo is 12, and Juan is 8 years old.
Earnesto’s Welcome
- Earnesto warmly welcomes Anna, offering her a place in his family despite their small home.
Communication Facilitation
- Susana speaks a little English, allowing for basic communication with Anna.
Questions and Responses
- Juana and Susana ask Anna various questions about her life, but she requests they speak more slowly due to her limited understanding.
Anna’s Profile
- Anna is 15 years old and does not have a boyfriend. She enjoys her school, West Torrance High.
Cultural Insights
- Juana explains that families with new cars are considered wealthy in Mexico; the Sanchez family does not own one.
Living Conditions
- Anna finds the Sanchez home simple, with a living room, kitchen, and two bedrooms, but lacking hot water.
Sleeping Arrangements
- Family members have designated sleeping areas: Susana and Juana in one bedroom, parents in another, Juan sleeping on the living room floor, and Pablo on the couch.
Educational Discussions
- Anna learns school is in session from September to June and asks about subjects they study, finding that Susana studies similar subjects.
Friends and Social Life
- Susana's best friend, Paula, and another friend, Elena, both live in Tepic and attend the same school.
Veronica as a Companion
- Veronica is noted as Juana’s best friend and also studies at the same school.
Duration of Conversations
- Anna, Juana, and Susana converse for three hours, building camaraderie and understanding.
Acceptance of the New Family
- Anna expresses her fondness for her new family, indicating a positive outcome from her experiences.
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