ACTIONS DIALOGUES
Luis: You know, I often think about why we left our home countries. It wasn’t an easy decision.
Laura: I know what you mean. For me, it was about finding better opportunities for my family. But it’s still tough being away from everything familiar.
Luis: Absolutely. I miss the food, the culture. Sometimes I wonder if it was worth it. Do you ever feel that way?
Laura: All the time. I question it when things get hard here. But then I see my kids thrive, and it reminds me why we came.
Luis: That’s true. My daughter is learning English so quickly; it gives me hope. But the job situation is really challenging.
Laura: Yes, jobs are difficult to secure. We have to keep pushing forward, though. It’s what we came here for, right?
Luis and Laura discuss their reasons for leaving their home countries, acknowledging the difficult decision it was. Laura emphasizes the pursuit of better opportunities for her family, while Luis reflects on missing familiar aspects of home, like food and culture. They both express moments of doubt about their decision, especially during challenging times, but find hope in their children’s progress, such as Luis’s daughter’s rapid learning of English. They recognize the difficulties in securing jobs but agree on the importance of persevering for the future they envisioned.
True or False?
Statements:
1. Laura wants to find better chances for her family.
2. Luis is happy and does not miss anything from home.
3. Both Luis and Laura sometimes doubt their choice to leave.
4. Luis’s daughter is learning English slowly.
5. They think it is important to keep trying for a better future.
Correct answers:
1. True – Laura is looking for better opportunities for her family.
2. False – Luis misses familiar things from home, like food and culture.
3. True – They both have moments of doubt about their decision.
4. False – Luis’s daughter is learning English quickly, not slowly.
5. True – They agree on the importance of persevering for their future.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1. Why did you or your family move to a new place?
2. What do you miss most about your home country?
3. How do you feel when you try new food from different cultures?
4. Do you think it is easy to learn a new language?
5. What are some good things about living in a new country?
6. Have you ever felt sad about leaving home?
7. What makes you happy in your new life?
8. How do you stay connected with friends and family back home?
9. What do you like to do for fun in your new city?
10. Why is it important to work hard for a better future?
Luis: Hey Laura, have you been following the news about those immigrants arriving at the border? It’s overwhelming.
Laura: Yeah, it really is. I can’t believe how difficult it must be for them. Imagine leaving everything behind just to seek a better life.
Luis: I know. And the risks they take to get here are insane. It makes you wonder what drives someone to make that choice.
Laura: Exactly. It’s not just about economic opportunity; it’s often about safety, too. Many are fleeing violence in their home countries.
Luis: True. I was reading about those community groups trying to help them. It’s heartening to see people stepping up.
Laura: It is! But it’s frustrating how some still treat immigrants like they’re a burden, instead of acknowledging their courage and resilience.
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