Reflective; characterized by examining one's own thoughts and feelings.

The process of relegating or confining a group of people to a lower social standing or outer limit or edge of society.

The process by which a person or persons acquire the social and psychological characteristics of a group.

The legacy of physical artifacts and intangible attributes of a group or society that are inherited from past generations.

Christmas Eve in Spanish-speaking cultures.

A person who moves from one place to another, especially in order to find work or better living conditions.

Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.

The action or fact of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from their work.

The quality or condition of being dual.

The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.

It is a time for family gatherings, traditional foods, and religious observances in many Spanish-speaking communities.

It symbolizes resilience and the refusal to be defeated by the hardships and injustices faced by migrant workers.

It often explores rural life, the connection between people and nature, and the experiences of Mexican-Americans.

Prejudice, exploitation, and the struggles faced by Mexican-American migrant workers are central social issues.

Her introspective style explores the complexities of modern life, relationships, and personal struggles within a broader social context.

Family bonds and shared traditions are central to the story, emphasizing their importance in the Mexican-American community.

The importance of cultural heritage and identity formation within rural communities.

Religion is portrayed as a source of both comfort and conflict for the migrant workers, reflecting their spiritual struggles.

It explores themes of freedom, imagination, and the human-animal connection as part of Ramón's journey to adulthood.

The story illustrates the economic hardships faced by the family and their resourcefulness in celebrating Christmas despite their limited means.

A person who moves from place to place to find work, especially in harvesting crops.

Characterized by or given to examining one's own thoughts and feelings.

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

Visually descriptive or figurative language, especially in a literary work.

Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.

The action or fact of treating someone unfairly in order to benefit from their work.

The process of adapting or adjusting to the culture of a group or nation.

Treatment of a person, group, or concept as insignificant or peripheral.

A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.

The subject of a talk, a piece of writing, a person's thoughts, or an exhibition; a topic.