Question

On a Wednesday morning in February, 25 undocumented immigrants sat in a crowded Sunday school classroom at the Holy Spirit Catholic church in Horizon City, a neighborhood on the outskirts of El Paso, Texas. At the front of the class, Gabriela Castañeda, a human rights promoter and communications director from the Border Network for Human Rights (BNHR), pointed to a chalkboard, where the words . . . “Round up Illegals,” and “usted tiene derecho a permanecer en silencio” were written on the blackboard.



Samuel Gilbert for Narratively

Question
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Reread the boldfaced phrase. What is the main purpose for including this description?

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Answer 2

The main purpose for including the description of the class setting and the specific phrases written on the chalkboard is to provide context and illustrate the environment in which the undocumented immigrants are learning about their rights. This description emphasizes the educational aspect of the gathering, highlighting the importance of empowerment and awareness for individuals facing the challenges of being undocumented in a contentious political climate. Additionally, the mention of the phrase "Round up Illegals" juxtaposed with "usted tiene derecho a permanecer en silencio" underscores the tension between the threat of immigration enforcement and the legal knowledge being imparted to the participants.