"Barrio Boy" Comprehension Flashcard

Front

What is the main emotion conveyed by the narrator in Miss Ryan's presence?

Back

The narrator is anxious in Miss Ryan’s presence.

Front

What inference can be made about the narrator's feelings towards his new school?

Back

The narrator is apprehensive at first about his new school due to its unfamiliarity.

Front

Why did the author mention the narrator's youth and nervousness?

Back

To remind the reader that the narrator is young and nervous.

Front

What motivates the narrator to interrupt Miss Ryan?

Back

The narrator wants to impress Miss Ryan with words he knows that she does not.

Front

What does the narrator notice that makes him feel uneasy?

Back

The narrator notices other differences, none of them very reassuring.

Front

What does the term 'gringo' imply in the context of the story?

Back

'Gringo' is a term used to refer to a foreigner, often someone from the United States, and can imply a sense of otherness.

Front

How does the narrator's background influence his perception of the new school?

Back

The narrator's background in Mazatlan makes the new school feel unfamiliar and intimidating.

Front

What role does Miss Ryan play in the narrator's experience at school?

Back

Miss Ryan represents authority and the challenges of adapting to a new educational environment.

Front

What is the significance of the school being described as 'new' and 'yellow'?

Back

The description highlights the contrast between the narrator's previous school and the new environment he must adapt to.

Front

How does the narrator's language skills affect his interactions with Miss Ryan?

Back

The narrator's limited English skills create a barrier, leading to feelings of inadequacy and the desire to impress.