Like Mexicans (R2C)

Noting Details from Dialogue

In “Like Mexicans”, Gary Soto writes about his experiences and about the advice he received from many people about whom he should marry. As you read the story, use this chart to record the different pieces of advice he received and the reasons or opinions that the people used to back up or support their advice.

Character Giving Advice	Advice Given	Supporting Reasons or Opinions
Grandmother
Mother
Scott

Once you have finished reading the story, answer these questions.

1. Did Gary follow the advice of his grandmother, his mother, or his friend Scott?

Support your answer with facts drawn from story events. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. In his opinion, how were his wife’s family members “Like Mexicans”?

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