Basilio's Journey and Challenges

Basilio shares his migrant story, starting with his early life in a Mayan and Q'anjob'al community. His family faced hardships when outsiders came for gold, leading to land destruction and corruption. At a young age, Basilio learned about these issues, prompting his family to immigrate to the USA, seen as a 'second heaven.' The journey was challenging, involving a guide known as the coyote, and unexpected difficulties in Mexico. Despite the hardships, they found temporary shelter before entering the USA.

What was the main reason Basilio's community faced difficulties?

• Internal conflicts

• A lack of resources

• Outsiders searching for gold

• A natural disaster

What did Basilio's family hope to find in the USA?

• A chance to meet new people

• A new culture

• A second heaven

• A place to learn English

Who was supposed to guide Basilio's family to the USA?

• A family friend

• A government official

• A travel agent

• A coyote

What unexpected challenge did Basilio face in Mexico?

• Bad weather

• Lack of transportation

• Meeting bad people

• Language barriers

Where did Basilio's family find shelter after being abandoned by the coyote?

• In a hotel

• In a church

• In a woman's house

• In a refugee camp