Ch. 9 Efren Divided
Summary
TLDRThe video script presents a poignant narrative centered around David, a student running for ASB president, and his close friend Efren. David, initially disheartened by the election's demands and his perceived lack of suitability, finds renewed vigor and determination after a pep talk from Efren. They plan a campaign strategy, including a rap video to showcase David's presidential qualities, aiming to counterbalance the intelligence and work ethic of their opponent, Jennifer. The story unfolds with moments of levity, such as David's humorous interactions and the adventures with his kitten Oreo, contrasted with deeper emotional undercurrents. Efren grapples with the dilemma of loyalty to David and the moral weight of withholding personal secrets that could impact the election. The narrative concludes with Efren seeking reconciliation with David after a misunderstanding, highlighting the importance of friendship and integrity in the face of personal and political challenges.
Takeaways
- 😔 David feels dejected and out of place after an unexpected event, indicating his vulnerability.
- 🤔 Mr. Garrett's absence and the quick exit of others suggest a lack of support for David in a moment of need.
- 👍 If's gesture of comfort towards David, by patting his shoulder, shows empathy and friendship.
- 👀 David's self-doubt about his capabilities in the election and his concerns about the workload are revealed.
- 🤓 Jennifer's success and competence are highlighted, influencing David's perception of his own campaign.
- 😣 David's realization that he may not be suited for the election process shows his internal conflict.
- 💡 If's suggestion to 'rebrand' David and show his presidential qualities is a pivotal moment in their strategy.
- 🎓 David's enthusiasm for a campaign rap video reflects his desire to stand out and engage the student body.
- 🤔 Efren's hesitation and internal struggle with loyalty towards David versus his admiration for Jennifer add depth to his character.
- 👵 David's grandmother's involvement in his life, due to his family situation, provides insight into his personal background.
- 📱 The new iPhone is introduced as a tool for David to connect with his family and as a means to film the campaign video.
- 🏠 The visit to David's house and the mention of his mother's situation adds emotional weight to David's character and his drive to prove himself.
- 🤷♂️ Efren's decision not to share his family's secret with David showcases his protective nature and the complexity of their friendship.
- 🌟 David's ambition to be president to change perceptions and prove his worth is a central theme of his character arc.
- 🚴 David's playful and energetic nature is demonstrated through his actions, like biking and interacting with others.
- 🤝 The final note of their friendship being strong despite the challenges, signified by their 'dapping' and Efren's silent support, is a testament to their bond.
Q & A
How does David feel after the Bell in the beginning of the script?
-David feels deflated and upset, as if the air has been squeezed out of him, because he was unexpectedly put on the spot and feels he did not perform well.
What does Mr. Garrett do during the meeting?
-Mr. Garrett excuses himself for a quick bathroom break, leaving David feeling down.
How does Jennifer's performance affect David?
-Jennifer's performance is impressive and professional, making David feel inadequate and questioning his own abilities for the election.
What does David's friend suggest they need to do to improve David's campaign?
-David's friend suggests that they need to rebrand and show the entire school how presidential David can be.
What is David's initial idea for the campaign video?
-David's initial idea for the campaign video is to make a rap video that is both funny and deep, without slandering his opponent.
How does David's friend feel about the idea of the rap video?
-David's friend is skeptical about the rap video idea and expresses concern that it may not be a good strategy.
What does David's friend, Efren, struggle with internally?
-Efren struggles with the knowledge of Jennifer's situation and the secret of his mother's deportation. He is torn between loyalty to David and the desire to protect his family's privacy.
Why does David want to become the ASB president?
-David wants to become the ASB president to prove everyone wrong about his abilities and to show that he is not just a joke, as he feels he is perceived by others.
What is the significance of the new iPhone that David receives?
-The new iPhone is significant because it represents a connection with David's mother, who sent it so they could facetime each other. It also becomes a tool for David to film his campaign video.
How does David react when his friend questions his ability to be president?
-David becomes defensive and upset, feeling that his friend, like others, does not believe in his capabilities.
What does Efren do to try and mend the relationship with David?
-Efren prays to 'El Oso' (the bear), asking for help to patch things up with David, acknowledging the importance of their friendship.
Outlines
😀 David's Dilemma and Rebranding Strategy
In this paragraph, David is depicted as feeling deflated after a school event where he was unexpectedly put on the spot. His friend, If, tries to cheer him up by praising Jennifer's performance, which leads to a discussion about the school elections. David expresses his concerns about not being prepared and the pressure of the campaign. If suggests rebranding to show David's presidential qualities. David becomes reinvigorated and proposes a plan to make a rap video for the school announcements to stand out and not rely solely on his popularity. Despite If's doubts about the rap video idea, David remains enthusiastic and confident, ending the paragraph with an impromptu rap showcasing his campaign spirit.
🤗 Playful Antics and a Visit to Grandma's
The second paragraph focuses on David and his friend's playful banter as they navigate through their neighborhood on a bike ride. They reminisce about past experiences at Pio Pico Elementary and the various pranks and games they played. Upon arriving at David's house, they plan to make a campaign video with the help of David's new iPhone. David's grandmother, Miss Deegan, is introduced as a caring figure who agrees to watch over David's younger siblings, Max and Mia. The paragraph ends with the children's excitement about spending time with David's grandmother and the promise of ice cream.
📱 New iPhone and Campaign Strategy
In this paragraph, David and his friend discuss using the new iPhone to film a campaign video for the school's ASB president election. David is excited about the possibilities and even has a specific outfit in mind to appear more presidential. They talk about the importance of the video and David's potential presidential platform, which he humorously suggests could include getting rid of homework. The paragraph reveals David's family dynamics, including his mother's struggles and his hope for her recovery. It also highlights the tension between David and his friend regarding David's preparedness for the responsibilities of being president and relying on Jennifer as vice president.
😔 Emotional Turmoil and the Weight of Secrets
The final paragraph delves into David's emotional state and Efren's internal conflict. David feels belittled by his peers and is determined to prove himself as a serious candidate for president. Efren grapples with whether to share his family's secret about his mother's deportation with David. He ultimately decides against it, wanting to maintain the respect and equality in their friendship. The paragraph ends with Efren seeking solace in a book and later praying for help to mend his friendship with David, highlighting the importance of their relationship and Efren's desire to support his friend without compromising his family's privacy.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Election
💡Campaign
💡Popularity
💡Loyalty
💡Motivation
💡Rap Video
💡Family Secrets
💡Stereotype
💡Self-Esteem
💡Community College
💡Undocumented
Highlights
David is feeling down after an unexpected situation in class, showing his vulnerability.
Mr. Garrett's absence and quick bathroom break suggest a lack of support for David.
Jennifer's performance is praised, highlighting her intelligence and work ethic.
David expresses his unease with the pressures of the election process.
Efren, David's friend, offers reassurance and suggests rebranding David's image.
David's enthusiasm returns as he considers focusing on issues and keeping his campaign clean.
The idea of creating a campaign video is introduced, aiming to be both funny and deep.
David's confidence is evident as he raps about his plans for being ASB president.
Efren struggles with his loyalty to David and his admiration for Jennifer.
David's plan for a rap video as a campaign strategy is met with skepticism from Efren.
David's resilience is shown as he continues to be active and social despite his challenges.
Efren's internal conflict about revealing his family's secret to David is palpable.
David's emotional response to being seen as a joke by others reveals his deep-seated insecurities.
Efren's decision to withhold his family's situation from David to prevent pity shows his protective nature.
David receives a new iPhone from his mother, symbolizing a potential for connection and support.
Efren's silent prayer reflects his hope for resolution in his friendship with David and his family situation.
Transcripts
nine
even after the Bell David stayed slumped
down in his seat looking as if the air
had somehow been squeezed out from his
body
everyone else except for a friend had
hurried out including Mr Garrett who'd
excused himself for a quick bathroom
break
if then walked over and patted David on
the shoulder
hey you all right
David's side letting out a deep breath
yeah I guess I just wasn't expecting to
be put on the spot like that
he ran his fingers through his hair
Jennifer really killed it sounded like a
real Pro
she is pretty smart super hard working
too
David gave ephrine a look
if then answered with a shrug what I'm
just telling it like it is
David's head plopped against his desk
man I didn't know elections were this
much work
maybe Mr Garrett's right
I might not be cut out for this sort of
thing
Mr Garrett never said that didn't have
to it's pretty obvious who he's rooting
for
there was no arguing that point maybe
but that's only because he doesn't know
you like I do
that's why I think we need to Rebrand
you show the entire School how
presidential you can be
David's body sprang back up
so does he smile you're right
I can't just count on my popularity I've
got to focus on the issues and keep the
campaign clean like a baby's butt
if it ain't crunched his forehead I'm
not so sure baby butts are all that
clean of course they are otherwise
they'd get all rashy
now re-energized David flung his
backpack over his shoulder and gestured
toward the door come on you've got an
election to win Miss Salah says we need
a short presentation for next week's
morning announcements I'm thinking of
filming a campaign video
you can be in it too if you want
took a deep breath bracing himself for
one of David's crazy plans
our video needs to be funny but deep
David said without sundering my opponent
I think you mean slandering like
politicians do on TV ads evidence in
walking toward the door yeah none of
that
none of that it was music to a friend's
ears was David finally taking things
more seriously had a friend been wrong
maybe there was nothing to actually
worry about
when I win David added jamming his thumb
into his chest I want to know is because
the best man won
that's why my presentation's gonna be a
music video and not just any video he
said a rap video
a friend squeegees his face with the
palm of his hand immediately his mind
replayed part of his talk with Jennifer
especially the part when she hugged him
had the election been that day A friend
just might have voted for her instead
and this was not okay with Efren
no no colluding with the Enemy
he had to stay loyal to David at all
costs
maybe David just needed a little help a
little motivation to act more like well
like Jennifer
as your campaign manager evidence said
it's my job to advise you tell you
things you might not want to hear things
like I'm not sure this rap video is a
good idea
David stopped under the classroom
doorway with a Blank Stare good point
anyone can make a rap video see that's
why I pay you the big bucks
he raised a hand up high in the air
setting up for a high five so I'm gonna
freestyle
if then lifted his arm and with a forced
smile slapped David's hand
he may have been smiling on the outside
but he was definitely wincing inside
David reach for the door and shut it
behind him before breaking out into a
rhyme down the hall
hold up take a listen I'm running for
ASB president and yes I glisten I will
make it happen I have a plan for a
better school I am your man everyone
knows I am the goat so get out today get
out and vote
a friend's mind struggled for just the
right thing to say
I can't picture anybody doing what you
just did
David smile was Wily I know right
David's extra bounce lasted all day it
even made him peddle extra hard while
giving a friend a ride home on the
handlebars of his bike
David made it a point to sway around the
many potholes on the road but
occasionally stood up and leaned forward
for an added burst of speed
this made the road feel bumpier but a
friend didn't mind
knowing he'd make it on time to pick up
the twins made the pain worth it
David greeted anyone and everyone they
passed even the shirtless old guy who
liked to read the newspaper from his
porch while rubbing his hairy belly
if it ain't gripped The Handlebar
cushion and clung on tight for dear life
all while trying to act as cool as
possible
are you sure your grandma won't mind
having the little traviesos over
you kidding she loves babying people
especially pint-sized twins with
adorable cheeks I'm telling you the
Trick's gonna be getting them back from
her even with her arthritis we might
have to pry them from her hands
if then shook his head and cringed I
don't know what's worse your jokes are
these potholes
haha David said purposely hitting a dip
on the road
good thing for evidence but the Pio Pico
Elementary was just around the corner
when they got to the school the sidewalk
was filled with moms pushing fancy
second-hand strollers chatting
exchanging the latest neighborhood
chismane
evident tried keeping his head down the
neighborhood was full of chismosos and
the last thing he wanted was anyone
talking about him orama
fortunately the foot traffic didn't slow
David in the least in fact it just
seemed to encourage him to speed up
hold on F mom
what do you think I'm doing
except for one close call El periquito
Blanco stood up on his bike and
successfully zigzagged his way around
everyone finally reaching the playground
see told you we'd make it before the
Bell
if then leaped off the bike pulling the
wedgie out of his butt I'm thinking
about taking the bus next time
David leaned his bike beside the outdoor
lunch tables
it's not about the ride it's the company
that matters
I don't know tons of really nice old
people ride the bus if then took a seat
beside David
it's weird coming back here huh dude I
still have nightmares about this place
if Flynn laughed and then pointed to a
dirt patch separating the lunch and play
area
you remember the marble game when we
played Gilberto and Rodrigo and
pretended like we didn't know how to
play
hey they're the ones who insisted on
Playing for Keeps they were trying to
con us
I can't believe we won so many marbles
remember when the bell rang and your
shorts fell down as you started running
to the line yep the weight from the
marbles made my shorts drop down to my
ankles I tripped and all the marbles
came flying out of my pockets David
snort left man we caused such a mess
every kid out in recess came running
over it was a total marble free-for-all
if then leaned back laughing there was
so much screaming the teachers came out
from the lounge trying to figure out
what was going on that was embarrassing
David shook his head sighing deeply
that's the same day I switched over to
boxer shorts you know just in case
it doesn't matter if everyone laughed
you were little
you didn't laugh in fact you never do
with bleary eyes David held out his hand
Efren couldn't believe he'd ever
considered voting for Jennifer he
extended his hand and the two dapped in
perfect sink with a friend easing up at
the end letting David get the thumb war
pin no matter how much a friend
respected Jennifer there was no way he
was going to portray David no way now if
only he could tell him about what was
going on with Amma
the walk to David's house went smoothly
especially now that Max and Mia were
once again talking to Ethan
they couldn't wait to meet David's
Grandma especially after he told them
that she always kept a freezer full of
ice cream which was true
the only thing not true was the reason
for the visit as friend told David Amma
had changed her work hours
David's house was small and simple but
it had a big yard actually it had an
enormous yard it had to be considering
the size of the huge oak tree that
towered in it this broccoli-shaped giant
was the most amazing tree a Flynn had
ever seen in person
a friend and David often talked about
building a tree house right smack in the
middle David wanted to have both Wi-Fi
and a microwave so they could stream
movies and eat popcorn he also insisted
that it have no ladder just a climbing
rope designed to keep all wimps out
especially girls
David even Drew up Blueprints and posted
them over his bed waiting for his dad's
help to make it happen
but that was just an empty promise like
the one he'd made about visiting often
in the meantime the tree was pretty fun
as it was
so is the knee-high grass that allowed
them to hide during their Infamous
Walnut battles with the other Kids on
the Block
games there might have been painful but
they were equally fun
Max Mia you guys better be on your best
behavior
David's grandma is going to be watching
you but she's got a bad hip and can't
chase after you okay
both Max and Mia hooked pinkies and
promised
David reached into his pocket and pulled
out a tiny soccer keychain with the LA
Galaxy team logo just about smeared off
in
the second he opened the front door his
little kitten Oreo came running over
Max's eye spraying wide open
he said barging forward with both arms
extended in front of him fortunately for
Oreo Efren managed to pull him back by
the shirt
no you don't you're going to scare her
if it ain't bent down until he was eye
level with Max you wouldn't want to
scare the kitten would you
Max shook his head don't worry katitos
love me
David scooped up the squealing kitten
and cuddled her in the fold of his arm
she likes it when you scratch her
Heflin took a step back not me I'm
allergic remember
Max and Mia began raking their fingers
along her back making Oreo purr
just then David's Grandma came into the
living room her cane didn't seem to slow
her down much these two precious little
ones must be Max and Mia
hello Miss Deegan eflin said thank you
so much for agreeing to watch them while
David and I work on the campaign she
smiled hi afren but it was obvious that
her attention was already on the twins
she came up to Max first and squeezed
his chubby cheeks like most people did
who met him for the first time
Max didn't mind his cheeks were used to
getting pinched Mia not so much she
immediately covered her cheeks with her
hands making Miss Deegan laugh you too
she turned to David go work on that
project
I'll watch these adorable children
David gave her a peck on the cheek and
then lowered Oreo onto the floor Thank
you Grandma
with that the boy's headed to David's
room
the hallway walls were almost completely
covered with picture frames mostly of
David back when he was little back
before his parents separated back before
his mother began to drink a lot and
David's Grandma had to take him in
a friend pointed at a photo of David
being bathed in the kitchen sink man you
were chubbier than Max look at those
arms
David laughed I know right I keep
telling Grandma that must be some other
adorable looking kid
he reached for the door to his room
sprouting a huge grin wait till you see
my new toy
new toy knowing David a new toy could be
anything a new slingshot a new
skateboard maybe even new jewelry let me
guess you got a new efren's jaw dropped
as he entered the room in the corner on
David's desk set a new iPhone
a friend rushed to pick it up his entire
face gleaming oh my god when did you get
this
yesterday my mom sent it to me said this
way we could face time with each other
anytime we want
maybe my dad will get one too David's
eyes welled up just a bit but I was
thinking we could use it to film The
Campaign video I've got the perfect
thing to wear too
he rushed over to his closet and pulled
out a white dress shirt and a tie
grandma bought me this Fork he paused
embarrassed for Sunday school she says
it'll keep me from getting possessed
like Mom
how is she doing a friend asked better
David said slipping into the dress shirt
and snapping on the clip-on tie she just
got a new job and is taking classes at a
community college I think she'll make it
this time
this wasn't the first time A friend had
heard David talk like this
he likes seeing David happy and filled
with hope but hated seeing him hurt each
time his mom relapsed and started
drinking again
nevertheless he smiled and nodded of
course she will
David took a deep breath before he
reached for his phone entered his
password and handed it back to afren
where should we film
a friend looked around the room only now
noticing how tidy everything was you
even cleaned your room
last time I was here I accidentally sat
on a pile of dirty socks and underwear
that's not true David said grinning the
socks weren't dirty
nasty evident said he held up the phone
and pointed at the desk I think this
desk makes you look presidential what do
you think
indubitably said David
see the clothes are making me sound
smarter too
Amsterdam focused the camera directly at
him alright Mr smartypants I mean smarty
shirt why don't you tell us about your
presidential platform
my what why don't you tell us about all
the amazing things you're planning to do
as president
David looked up at the ceiling I don't
know how about getting rid of homework
um if I didn't put the camera down you
know you can't really do that right
I don't know David said shifting his
butt at the edge of his chair what does
the president even do
yesterday shook his head
maybe you should have paid less
attention to the conscious Masala spot
and more attention to the ASB candidate
meeting
David glared at a friend and then down
at the ground it's not that big a deal
I'll put together the biggest school
party ever and everyone will be happy
besides if I win I'll have Jennifer as
vice president you know she's going to
be full of suggestions I can just follow
her lead
I feel inside
dude then why are we voting for you
immediately a friend regretted his words
but it was too late the room felt
suddenly hotter
you don't think I can do this do you
no it's not like that David's nostrils
flared this whole neighborhood thinks
I'm just some goofy Gringo to laugh at
David's voice began to break being
president is my chance to prove everyone
wrong
a friend's mind raised for a response
I guess the joke's on me huh David
continued actually he said correcting
himself I am the joke Mr Garrett made
that perfectly clear in class
you're not a joke David
oh please David scoffed El periquito
Blanco that's what kids call me they
don't even bother to do it behind my
back they think I'm too stupid to
understand them making fun of my white
skin and big nose
it's just a joke they're just messing
with you no big deal
David shook his head like there was
nothing more to say
if I didn't wanted to fix this I wanted
to tell him all about Jennifer about her
parents being undocumented about her
wanting to make a real difference at
school
but that was the secret
he couldn't repeat that he thought again
about why he hadn't told David about a
ma having been deported they'd known
each other for so many years shared so
much like countless harito sodas
telling David about Amma would make a
huge difference
he'd have to understand
mayama got deported
four simple words that was it and yet
the words carried so much hurt they
seemed to swell and get lodged in his
throat
effort into a deep breath finally he
spoke only something totally different
came out I'd better go Maxie and Mia
must be driving your grandmother crazy
he gently tossed David's phone onto the
bed
fine answer David don't worry about the
video I can do it myself
I know you can a friend left the door
open just in case David called him back
but he never did
that night after eventually getting the
twins to bed a friend headed back to the
bathtub this time with pillow and
blanket in tow
he opened the library copy of The House
on Mango Street turn to the page where
he left off and Tried reading but his
mind shifted to David he never meant to
hurt his friend's feelings
it wasn't that a friend didn't trust him
with the family's secret actually it was
the exact opposite a friend knew David
would go home and tell his grandma he
knew they'd bring over cooked meals and
probably offer him some money that was
the problem
David knew just about everything about a
friend knew about his family living in a
tiny studio apartment
knew about their sleeping on mattresses
on the floor knew about a friend's
second-hand clothes and toys
and yet David had never pitied him
Efren wanted to keep it that way
a sudden stared at the drip coming from
the faucet and thought about the old
story he'd heard about a Dutch boy who'd
Save The Village by plugging a hole in
the dam with his thumb
eventually he pulled off his sock with
his other foot and stuck his big toe
inside the faucet
he might not be a hero like that boy but
he could at least try to make things
right between him and David
he had to
first of ma now this Efron closed his
book and blessed himself with the sign
of the cross
the osito it's me I know that you've
been busy looking out for Amma and
helping us to get her back
but if you can could you help me patch
things up with David too
he's my best friend and I kind of need
one right now
gracias
I couldn't leaned back against his
pillow his eyelids became unbearably
heavy and even with the bright lights
shining above
you couldn't fight off the sleep
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