How does Gonzales use historical figures in the poem to support his idea that the Mexican American community has multiple conflicting identities?

Gonzales names historical figures associated with different sides of Mexican and American history, including both admired heroes and troubling figures. Joaquín sees himself reflected in this complicated history, so his identity contains conflicting elements rather than simple pride in one group. This supports choice D: the figures include both heroes and villains, and Joaquín identifies with both.

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