Topic > Stereotypes of the Mexican race in Los Vendidos by Luis...

“Models” after each name of Mexicans shows the different characteristics and how they are seen in the world. The whole play contains a lot of stereotypes about Mexicans that seem racist to some people. For example; “Senorita, you are looking at the Mexican Volkswagen.” (pg.243) “A plate of beans and tortillas will keep him going all day. That and Chile." (pg.243) "Built for speed, low riding and city life." (pg.244) etc. Some of these stereotypes are actually racist, Mexicans love corn tortillas or of flour with a little chili all day. Many people say that Mexicans squeeze into tight spaces especially when crossing the border. City and low-class life is another stereotype for a cholo living in Los Angeles,. in California, in baggy clothes with full body tattoos, and calls his closest friends "homie" or "ese".