In the space below, write your first free verse poem.  your poem should include at least one poetic device (some suggestions could include personification, metaphor, or simile).  the poem should be between 15 and 20 lines.

How did hinojosa's mom's experience described in this story impact hinojosa's sense of who she is? 2. how is hinojosa's experience of the united states similar to your own? how is it different? 3. describe a time when you felt voiceless or powerless. what led you to feel that way? were you able to find your voice? why or why not?