The Book of Unknown Americans Chapter 1 & 2 1: In chapter one, what motivates the family to immigrate to the United States?

2: In chapter one, who is ill. What is one of the symptoms she has?

3: Using the chapter narrated by Alma, describe a moment in the text when the family’s expectations don’t match reality. Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

4: Chapter two gives a different point of view of the story. At the beginning of the story it shows a new family that is interested in finding out more about Alma’s family. Do you think this is normal? Why or why not?

5: What do we learn about Mayor in chapter 2? Use evidence from the text to support your response.

6: What do we learn about Mayor’s brother in chapter 2? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.