Challenges and Changes in Migration

The transcript narrates the story of a family of migrant workers during the end of the strawberry season. As the season concludes, the family prepares to move to Fresno in search of new work opportunities. The narrative details their journey, the challenges they face, and their eventual settlement in a labor camp. The protagonist also experiences the transition to a new school, highlighting the difficulties of adapting to a new environment and language. The story captures the resilience and determination of the family as they navigate the uncertainties of migrant life.

What is the main focus of the introduction in Chapter 9?

• The beginning of a new school year

• The end of the strawberry season

• The family's holiday plans

• The narrator's favorite hobby

Who is the narrator's fellow worker mentioned in the chapter?

• A local shopkeeper

• A friend from school

• A picker from Jalisco

• The foreman of the camp

What emotional impact does the move to Fresno have on the narrator?

• Indifference to the change

• Sadness and reluctance

• Joy for a better opportunity

• Excitement for a new adventure

What is the family's destination after leaving their home?

• A new city in Mexico

• A labor camp near Fresno

• A relative's house in Texas

• A friend's home in Arizona

How does the family feel about their new living conditions?

• They are thrilled with the luxury

• They are content with the simplicity

• They are disappointed by the conditions

• They are indifferent to the change

What challenge does the narrator face while working in the vineyard?

• Extreme heat and exhaustion

• Lack of proper tools

• Conflict with other workers

• Difficulty in understanding instructions

What is the narrator looking forward to in November?

• Learning a new language

• Starting a new job

• Beginning sixth grade

• Visiting relatives

What challenge does the narrator face on the first day of school?

• Completing homework

• Finding the classroom

• Understanding English

• Making new friends

How does Mr. Lema help the narrator at school?

• By giving him extra homework

• By helping him with sports

• By introducing him to music

• By teaching him math

What does the narrator discover upon returning home at the end of the chapter?

• A new pet waiting for him

• A surprise birthday party

• The family is moving again

• A letter from a friend