I am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter
Julia’s differences often set her apart from the crowd, leading her to feel like an outsider at school, with her friends, and even her own family. After she visits Mexico, however, that starts to change. In her romantic, familial, and friendly relationships, she starts to finally feel accepted and understood.
What makes a person an individual? (shaped by experiences, identity (gender, race, age, education), PERSONALITY, INTERESTS)
How does a person’s individuality affect their relationships with others?
Does Julia lose any of her individuality when she starts to feel like she belongs? If not, what DOES change and how?
Use evidence from the text to support your response.
