1. For his U.S. History class, Francisco had to ask his parents' opinions about politics and the 1960 presidential campaign. How did they feel about politics?
2. Francisco's father feels challenged once again by his son. What did Francisco do and what was his father's reaction?
3. What two disadvantages did Francisco face with regard to completing his history class assignments?
4. What is the example of ignorant people in this chapter?
5. Who said the following, "...but some people are blinded by the devil. He plants evil seeds in their hearts (p. 125)." What does it refer to and what does it mean in the context of this chapter?
6. What did the janitor at Main Street School tell Roberto and Francisco? What was their reaction? Did their mother have the same reaction? Explain.
7. What do you think the most important lesson of this chapter is? Why is it so important?
