Breaking Through Ch. 1 and 2

Why was Francisco’s family forced to leave their home in California?

• They wanted to move back to Mexico.

• They were evicted by their landlord.

• They were deported to Mexico.

• They went on a vacation and decided not to return.

What major challenge does Francisco face when his family returns to California?

• He struggles with the English language.

• He can’t find his old friends.

• He feels out of place in school.

• He has difficulty finding a job.

How does Francisco feel about returning to school?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Nervous

• Relieved

What does Francisco’s father do for a living upon returning to the United States?

• He becomes a teacher.

• He works in agriculture.

• He opens a small store.

• He starts working in a factory.

How does the community react to Francisco’s family’s return?

• They are welcoming.

• They are indifferent.

• They are hostile.

• There is no mention of the community’s reaction.

Which subject does Francisco find most challenging at school?

• Mathematics

• English

• Science

• History

Who is Mr. Sims and why is he important to Francisco?

• He is a neighbor who helps the family settle in.

• He is a teacher who supports Francisco’s education.

• He is Francisco’s uncle.

• He is a friend of Francisco’s father.

What motivates Francisco to persevere despite his challenges?

• His desire to return to Mexico.

• His ambition to become a teacher.

• His wish to make his family proud.

• His need to support his family financially.

How does Francisco’s relationship with his siblings change in these chapters?

• It becomes strained.

• It strengthens as they support each other.

• They become more distant.

• There is no change mentioned.

What does Francisco do to improve his English skills?

• He reads English books.

• He watches English movies.

• He joins an English club at school.

• He practices speaking English with his friends.