How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
We were leaving only three weeks after I have enrolled in the fourth grade for the first time that year. As we drove by the school, I saw some kids I knew on the playground. I imagined myself playing with them with the ball I would get for Christmas. I waved to them but they did not see me. (6.11)
Because Francisco's family moves a lot, he doesn't get to spend much time in any one school—and when they leave Corcoran, he's only been in fourth grade for three weeks. Goodbye school, and goodbye school friends. Bummer all around.
Quote #5
Suddenly I noticed Papá's face turn pale as he looked down the road. "Here comes the school bus," he whispered loudly in alarm. Instinctively, Roberto and I ran and hid in the vineyards. We did not want to get in trouble for not going to school. (9.20)
During grape season, Roberto and Francisco ditch school to help their parents pick grapes—their family needs all the helping hands they can get. This lets us know that while school is important, when it comes to a work versus school standoff, sometimes work takes the cake.
Quote #6
After taking roll, Mr. Lema gave the class the assignment for the first hour. "The first thing we have to do this morning is finish reading the story we began yesterday," he said enthusiastically. He walked up to me, handed me an English book, and asked me to read. "We are on page 125," he said politely. When I heard this, I felt my blood rush to my head; I felt dizzy. "Would you like to read?" he asked hesitantly. I opened the book to page 125. My mouth was dry. My eyes began to water. I could not begin. "You can read later," Mr. Lema said understandingly. (9.28)
So this Mr. Lema sounds like one awesome dude. When Francisco feels embarrassed on his first day back at school, Mr. L gets him out of a pickle. In the past, Francisco's teachers have only been so-so, but Mr. L is way more understanding. Hopefully he can have a good influence on our main man, and make school a fun place to be.