Mission Determination In 'Barrio Boy'

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Mission Determination

There are many diverse reasons for someone to undertake a mission. Be it mental or physical challenges, missions are undertaken to better circumstances, to stay safe, or to try a new life in another country. In “Barrio Boy,” a memoir of Ernesto Galarza, Ernesto was determined to be an American, while not leaving behind his Mexican heritage; In “Apollo 13: Mission highlights,” The crew of Apollo 13 was also determined to get back to Earth safely. Patience, determination, and focus made Ernesto and the crew of Apollo 13 successful at seemingly impossible tasks. In “Barrio Boy,” Ernesto Galarza has to face the challenge of becoming an American, while trying not to leave

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