San Jose City College

  A New Life

1. After Roberto and Darlene's first date, how did Francisco know that Roberto was in love? Later, how did he know that they "really loved each other"?

2. Was calling Roberto a "pepper gut" a joke or a racial slur? Explain.

3. What does the author mean by, "My brother's face was as white as a ghost and his thick lower lip quivered." (P. 147).

4. Make an estimate of Roberto's age at the time of his marriage. Do you think he faced more or less pressure after he married Darlene? Explain your answer.

5. What impact did Roberto's marriage have on the rest of the family? List names and the changes that occurred in all of their lives.

6. Explain why Francisco broke down and cried. Have feelings of empathy [ability to feel and understand others' pain and problems]  ever made you feel extremely sad? Do you wish to explain?

Reflective Journal: Write a journal entry on the significance of the title, "A New Life" from the perspective of Roberto, Papa, or Francisco.
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