christa boshears motorcycle diaries

 During his adventure across South America, Ernesto encountered many people who suffered injustcies because of their socioeconomic class and political beliefs. He encounters people who are homeless, hungry, risking their lives in the mines to make money. He sees leapors who are isolated because of their illness. Ernesto sympathizes with these people and is inspired to make a difference.

Ernesto's integrity and honesty are evident when he tells the man about the tumor on his neck. Even though his honesty could tend to get him into troublem it is evident that Ernesto has high morals. He makes a point to help the leapors that are isolated. He refuses to wear gloves when he sees them to show them compassion. He gives his only money to a poor couple who are homeless and have nothing. I think these examples from the movie show that Ernesto had good morals and good leadership qualities

I think the main differences between celebrations in South America and the United States are that although food is a big part of both, food is seen as a luxury and is valued very much in South American culture. So at a Latin American party, it is a high honor to have lots of food as part of the celebration. While in the U.S. , food at a celebration is common and expected. It is not as significant, it is just part of the norm.