Bracero Program & Vocabulary Quiz

What does "miserable" mean?

• Very tired

• Deeply unhappy or uncomfortable

• Excited about something

What does "thrilling" mean?

• Boring and slow

• Exciting and pleasing

• Calm and relaxed

What does "instinctively" mean?

• Without thinking about how to do it

• With a lot of effort

• After long planning

What does "savoring" mean?

• Rushing through something

• Completely enjoying

• Avoiding something

What does "recover" mean?

• To return to normal health or strength

• To hide from others

• To start a new activity

Who were the Braceros?

• Soldiers from World War II

• Mexican migrant workers

• American farm owners

Why did many Braceros come to the United States?

• To travel and explore

• To study in American universities

• To earn money and support their families

What type of work did Braceros do?

• Office jobs

• Farm and railroad work

• Construction of skyscrapers

What crops did Braceros help grow?

• Rice, tomatoes, and coffee

• Cotton, lettuce, and oranges

• Bananas, tea, and wheat

When did the Bracero Program begin?

• 1932

• 1942

• 1955