An interview with Darlyn, from Salto, Uruguay

Introduction:

Kids in Uruguay have different lifestyles depending on whether they live in the country or in the city. I interviewed a student from the rural elementary school where I work, which is in a more isolated area, and has only 11 students ages 4-12. Darlyn lives and works on a farm with his parents and grandparents.

What do you eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner?:

We have a small breakfast, either fruit or coffee, or mate. For lunch I usually eat chicken, beef, pasta, or different kinds of soups or stews. Dinner is usually a bit bigger than lunch.

What is your house like?:

My house is on a farm, or estancia, where my grandparents live. We have cows, horses, sheep and chickens. My big sister and I each have our own rooms but my little brother, who's only 2 years old, sleeps with my Mom and Dad.

What chores do you have at home?:

I have to help feed the chickens and dogs, feed the lambs their bottles, help my parents round up the cows, clean my room and help my sister with the dishes. 

What jobs do your parents have?:

They are both farmers; they take care of animals. 

What time does school start, and what time do you go home?:

School starts at 10am and ends at 3pm. 

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