VOICED : Mexico: La vida en los canales de Xochimilco

Jorge navigates trajineras in Xochimilco, earning a modest income. Despite long hours, his earnings are insufficient for daily needs. The chinampas, artificial islands from pre-Hispanic times, serve as both agricultural sites and tourist attractions, offering a glimpse into ancient Mexican life.

What is the primary occupation of Jorge in the Xochimilco canals?

• Guiding trajineras

• Teaching rowing

• Selling souvenirs

• Fishing

How much does Jorge typically earn in a day?

• Between 5 and 10 dollars

• Between 15 and 25 dollars

• Between 20 and 30 dollars

• Between 8 and 12 dollars

What are chinampas?

• Artificial islands for agriculture

• Tourist boats

• Natural islands

• Floating markets

How long have the chinampas survived?

• For decades

• For millennia

• For centuries

• For a few years

What do the trajineros' routines remind us of?

• European farming techniques

• Modern city life

• Contemporary art

• Ancient Mexican traditions