The Rain God Summary

Mexican-American families for the most part, are very close to each other. Either to extended or immediate family, or individual members with another member. We can see in “The Rain God” how Miguel Chico has a close relationship with Mama Chona and also with his aunt Maria; even though Mama Chona and Maria practice two different religions. Miguel Chico wouldn’t agree on either or, but would analyze each religion based on the information he gathered from each family member. We can also see how sisters Juanita and Nina are close to each other despite their different views on disciplining their children. Juanita believes Nina is as strict as their father once was. We can also see how family is important in the story “Sex As A Political Condition.”