Breaking Through Francisco Jimenez's Story

What happens to the family?

• The migra took them and no one ever heard from them again.

• Francisco and his brother, Roberto, got deported to Mexico. The rest of the family went to Santa Maria.

• Everyone was deported to Mexico.

• Francisco and his brother Roberto went back to Santa Maria. The rest of the family got deported to Mexico.

Why did Mr. Milo give Francisco an A+ on his report even though there were lots of grammatical errors?

• He felt sorry for Francisco.

• He know despite a language barrier, that Francisco had done a great job.

• Francisco's parents complained.

• All of the above

Why did Papá give Francisco he Saint Christopher necklace.

• He was proud of his son.

• Graduation was an important milestone.

• That was his way of showing Francisco he loved him.

• All of the above.

Why did Francisco look forward to the weekends?

• It was his only days off and he could relax.

• He got to hang out with his friends.

• It was a chance for him to spend time with both his brother and father.

• None of the above.

Why didn't Mr. Ito tell Fransisco's father about the strawberry fight?

• He couldn't speak Spanish.

• It wasn't important.

• He knew he would get back at Francisco.

• None of the above.

Why did Francisco stop going to the Vets dances that summer 

• Francisco had to work everyday.

• Francisco no longer liked to dance.

• Peggy was going to the dances and Francisco didn't want to see her.

• Papá had given Francisco a horrible hair cut.

Why was Francisco excited for the new school year?

• He was now in High School.

• He no longer had to pick grapes or cotton.

• He could start school on time like everyone else.

• All of the above.

What is the main theme of 'Breaking Through' by Francisco Jimenez?

• Overcoming adversity

• The importance of education

• Family unity

• Cultural identity

Which literary device is frequently used in 'Breaking Through' to highlight Francisco's struggles?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Irony

• Personification

In 'Breaking Through', what role does education play in Francisco's life?

• It is a burden he must bear.

• It is a pathway to a better future.

• It is a distraction from his family duties.

• It is a source of constant frustration.