2. On page 75, Talusan writes, “Back then, anytime we encountered men in uniform immigration officials, the DMV, traffic cops, even postal workers — my parents transformed into meek people
who didn't ask questions and did what they were told.” What is Talusan saying about her parents'
behavior? Why did her parents react this way to “men in uniform”? (4 points)

Read the sentence from barrio boy by ernesto galarza. "now, ernesto, you are the man of the family. you will take care of your mother until we are together in sacramento. which statement best describes the figurative language used in these sentences? a simile is used to compare ernesto to a man. a simile is used to paint a picture of family life. a metaphor is used to compare a man and his family. a metaphor is used to paint a picture of responsibility.

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What can you infer about esperanza's character from the fact that she argues three days with her mother trying to persuade her to write the note?