the las chicas. Preps refer to white, middle-class girls, characterized by good academic performance and enrollment in the college-prep curriculum. They usually plan to attend four-year college after graduation. Las chicas, on the other hand, are Mexican-American settled-living working-class girls who are usually tracked into vocational courses. Teen pregnancy is more common among and more often associated with las chicas. Symbolic boundaries between the preps and the las chicas are manifested in
Words: 1005 - Pages: 5
The Underdogs by Mariano Azulea is a captivating story about the perils endured during the Mexican Revolution. It is a stunning portrayal of events given through the point of view of the main character, and leader of a rebel faction named Demetrio Macias. The book is an interesting look at how the revolution was played out between the rich elite federal government, and the poor famers of the country. Giving a unique perspective of a rebel who does not truly understand why he is fighting, but has
Words: 897 - Pages: 4
of them being aware of their race. In addition, comparing themselves to other minorities and being conscious has affected their identities. Furthermore, there aren’t only Chicanos/nas in America, there are three separate groups which are Chicanos, Mexican Americans, and Latinos. Even though these groups sound closely related to each other, they have their differences. Some of the differences include how politically/socially involved they are, how much education they’ve received, transnational identity
Words: 1306 - Pages: 6
Chicana, not Latina, not Hispanic. A Chicana is the first generation Mexican American, born to parents of Mexican descent and raised in the Mexican traditional way, living in an American society and also being born and raised in Chicago. I am the first generation Mexican American. My parents raised me with the values, traditions and culture as they grew up in Mexico. Chicana are viewed in somewhat like way in the American and Mexican society. . Since I’ve been little, my parents instilled me with
Words: 742 - Pages: 3
The countries of Latin America and South America have a common thread when it comes to clothing, they take pride in fun and festive traditional clothing with similar characteristics. Mexico's traditional clothing is bright, colorful, embroidered, and useful for sun protection; their clothing is similar to Argentina, and Chile. These countries' clothing are composed of wool, cotton, silk, agave, and bark, their traditional colors consist of brown, red, green, and yellow. One popular outfit in Mexico
Words: 280 - Pages: 2
“You are what you eat”. Americans love their Mexican food, whether from a tiny taqueria or a major chain like Chipotle or Taco Bell. But did you know that what we call Mexican food is really Mexican-American? This hybrid cuisine has been popularized in the states that border Mexico (like Texas, New Mexico and California) and is really an American invention. Now let’s see the differences and the similarities of this mix and what food means for every country. In the U.S, there really is no such this
Words: 428 - Pages: 2
Arango; was a famous Mexican Revolutionary leader who was not only loved by the poor, but hated by the wealthy. This lead for people to begin questioning themselves whether he was a true hero or a villain for his bandit of murders. Villa had positive outcomes such as helping the poor Mexican community and helping to overthrow the corrupt government; despite the reasons for hatred such as murdering U.S citizens and capturing land. One of Pancho Villa’s greatest acknowledgments to Mexican people was the
Words: 744 - Pages: 3
the Hispanic community. Mexican Americans began demanding that reforms be made in labor, education, and other sectors to meet their needs. Chicano radicals began demanding that the land is given to Mexican Americans during the civil rights era. They believed that it constituted
Words: 1199 - Pages: 5
to my people, Chicanos, as warriors. This label is concise with who we are because throughout history we have been able to fight and counterattack injustices brought upon us by others. I identify as a Chicana not only due to the fact that I am of Mexican descent, but also because I feel like the warrior spirit of my ancestors dwells within me. Even since ancient times, my people were brave and fearless warriors
Words: 711 - Pages: 3
people assume I am of Caucasian decent. While this is partially true, I am half Puerto Rican. Individuals that do not know me looked confused when I say my last name. Consequently, people often assume I am Mexican when they hear my last name. There is a stigma that any Spanish sounding name in Mexican. This is a lack
Words: 424 - Pages: 2
