The Cuban Swimmer

1) Characters speaking mostly English: Simon
Characters speaking both English and Spanish: Maragrita- good mix
Eduardo- good mix
Aida- mainly English
Abuela-mainly speaks Spanish

2)There is so much more communication between Margarita and her father. This might have something to do with how they speak their language. They both use a lot of Spanish and English together intertwined. The sports reporters language almost makes them sound like they could be reporting something better. The two reporters sound like they are making fun of the family all through out the story especially at the end when Mel said he thought Margarita was dead and it was a 'miracle' that she was still alive and won. Simon's language makes him sound very Americanized. He even knew who the reporters were. Its almost as if he could care less what his sister is doing as long as they get attention on the radio from it.
3) No matter who is behind you or what the circumstance is, as long as you believe in yourself that is all that matters.