Maria's Journey and Experiences

Maria travels to Monterrey, reflecting on her past and searching for Beatrice, who is caring for her sister Teresa. She finds Teresa and learns about Beatrice's injury. Maria takes care of the children, receives news of her mother's safety, and prepares to leave Monterrey with Teresa, hopeful for the future.

What did Maria notice about the children in Matamoros?

• They were well-dressed and playing.

• They were selling newspapers and candy.

• They were attending school.

• They were working in factories.

What did Maria buy from a cart in Matamoros?

• A taco

• A roll

• A burrito

• A sandwich

What did Maria feel as she traveled closer to Monterrey?

• Indifference

• Joy

• Fear for Teresa and the loss of Mama

• Excitement

What did Maria recognize that helped her find Beatrice's home?

• A church

• A market

• A school

• A textile factory

What was the condition of Beatrice when Maria found her in the infirmary?

• Healthy and strong

• Happy and energetic

• Pale and thin with bandages

• Angry and upset

What did the pregnant woman bring to Beatrice's children?

• Toys

• Books

• Clothes

• Milk and a kerosene lamp

What news did Maria receive from the letter addressed to Beatrice?

• Mama was in jail

• Mama had moved to another country

• Mama was dead

• Mama was alive and in a refugee center

What did Maria draw after receiving the news about Mama?

• A picture of Teresa

• A picture of Beatrice

• A picture of the ocean

• A picture of Mama

What did Beatrice give Maria to help her carry Teresa?

• A backpack

• A stroller

• A shawl

• A blanket

What did Maria carry with her as she set out on her journey northward?

• Bottled water and tortillas

• Books and clothes

• Money and jewelry

• Toys and blankets