MARIA IN THE US

Read the text about Maria

Maria, who had fled her hometown in Mexico in search of a better life, found herself an illegal immigrant in a bustling American city. She worked in a restaurant, always conscious of the fact that she could be caught and deported at any moment. Her workdays were arduous and stressful, and she yearned for the comforting presence of her family. But Maria was not one to give up easily, and she set her sights on improving her circumstances. Who knew that by learning English, she would be opening the door to countless new opportunities and a brighter future? Whose story is more inspiring than hers?

Open Ended

• In line 1, what might the word "fled" infer about Maria's motivations for leaving Mexico?

Multiple Choice

• In line 3, what might "caught and deported" suggest about Maria's immigration status?

• "Caught and deported" suggests that Maria is a legal immigrant.

• "Caught and deported" suggests that Maria is undocumented and living in the U.S. illegally.

• "Caught and deported" suggests that Maria is a criminal.

Open Ended

• What main idea is conveyed by the phrase "She is not one to give up easily" in line 5?

Open Ended

• What is the theme or message of the text?

Read part 2 about Maria

Despite the many challenges Maria faced in her new home, she remained undaunted and continued to work towards a better future. She enrolled in language classes, determined to learn English and improve her prospects. Over time, she made friends with whom she shared her struggles and triumphs. With their support and encouragement, Maria gradually began to thrive in her new environment. As the years went by, she made progress both professionally and personally, building a life for herself in a new country. Maria's story is one of resilience and hope, an inspiration to anyone whom life has dealt a difficult hand

NEW VOCABULARY

"Undaunted" means unafraid, courageous, or resolute in the face of adversity or difficulty. In the context of the text, "undaunted" describes Maria's persistence and determination in overcoming the challenges she faced as an immigrant. She didn't let fear or doubt hold her back from pursuing her goals and remained motivated in her pursuit of a better life. "Undaunted" conveys a sense of strength and resilience, of someone who refuses to give up in the face of obstacles.

Open Ended

• In line 5, what does "thrive" convey about Maria's progress in her new environment?

Open Ended

• In line 6, how does the phrase "building a life" express Maria's journey of making a home for herself in a new place?