Los Aguacates

Use context clues to define the following vocabulary in your own words:
p. 181: regal
p. 183: susceptible
p. 183: frail
p.191: reluctantly
p.198: animated

Questions:
1. Why was Esperanza no longer permitted to visit Mama in the hospital?
2. When Mama said: "no matter what happens", on page 184, what did she mean?
3. According to Miguel, what was the American stereotype about Mexicans?
4. Who is Ada and what did she say that surprised Esperanza? Why did this comment surprise her?
5. How did the strike help Miguel get the job he wanted?