Lupita Mañana ~ Chapter 10: Off to the FieldsPlease print this page and write out the answers to these questions:
1. Who is Fidencio? What does he do?
2. Why did everyone laugh when Lupita asked Consuelo if she could teach her some English words as they worked in the fields?
3. How long has Consuelo lived in the United States? Explain why she never learned English.
4. Why does Consuelo believe it isn't necessary to learn English? Do you agree or disagree with her? Explain your answer.
5. Is Salvador's attitude toward learning English similar to Consuelo's or Lupita's? Explain your answer.
6. Which cousin do you think Lupita will have the most in common with? Why?
7. According to Senor Fidencio, what are the two ways to get ahead in the United States? Do you agree with him or disagree? Explain why.
8. Describe the work in the fields and its effects on Salvador and Lupita?
9. Describe Salvador's and Lupita's different reactions to their first day at work, showing how they both respond "in character."
10. Interpret Salvador's comment, "So more lies will come out of the Ruiz house."
11. What did a woman suggest they do? Why do you think she suggested this? Do you think it's a good idea? Why or why not?
Oral Summary:
Prepare a two-minute oral summary of the most important events in this chapter.