👉 “Then you are paid,” Father said.

This part shows the father’s wit, wisdom, and dignity despite being poor.

That line shows us not the cleverness of the father but also deep sense of The father but also his deep sense of justice., Instead of reacting anger he showed wisdom and dignity even though he was blamed, He showed that by offering to pay for the spirit of food.

For me this is a reminder that problems can be solved not only with logic but also with creativity, and kindness, the father teaches us to face life's unfairness with dignity and turn challage into opportunities to show strength of the character. And it also reveals that happiness does not really come from riches but from laughter, love within the family

Is also show that there's others opinion form other people

Plus even if we have proof to show them they still don't believe us, thinking is "FAKE" or "TRUE"

Sometime we all want them to believe us but we cannot force them cause they all have self opinion.

"We hung outside their windows and inhaled the heavenly spirit that drifted out to us."

This line encapsulates the family's simple joy and resourcefulness, turning their poverty into a shared, almost spiritual experience. It highlights their ability to find pleasure and sustenance in the intangible, which is both poignant and heartwarming.

“And the laughter of the judge was the loudest of all.”

This phrase is special for me because it shows that laughter can unite people. Even if the family was poor, their joy spread to everyone in the courtroom, including the judge. It teaches me that happiness is more important than money, and sharing it with others makes life brighter.

"The spirit of the money when I shook this hat?" The father said

Not only did the father used the main complaint of the "spirit" the rich man said he stole, but also payed the rich man by it.

This moment in the story shows the father’s wit and wisdom in dealing with an unfair accusation. Instead of becoming angry or defensive, he used a clever and symbolic act of shaking the coins to show that his family never truly took anything from the rich man. For me, this line reflects the idea that justice and dignity do not always come from wealth or power, but from truth and creativity. It also reminds me that even in difficult situations, we can choose to respond with intelligence and humor rather than bitterness. Most of all, it teaches me that true richness lies not in money or possessions, but in the joy, love, and resilience that a family shares.

"And the laughter of the judge was the loudest of all."

This line speaks to my heart because it shows that joy can break barriers between people. Even those in power can share in the simple happiness of laughter. It reminds me that true happiness comes when everyone forgets differences and unites in joy.

The father teaches us to face life's unfairness with dignity and turn challage into opportunities to show strength of the character.The father but also his deep sense of justice., Instead of reacting anger he showed wisdom and dignity. And it also reveals that happiness does not really come from riches but from laughter, love within the family

The scene that speaks to my heart most is when the father is in court. Despite being accused of stealing the rich man's happiness, he cleverly defends himself by arguing that happiness is like the air – it cannot be owned or stolen. This scene is powerful because it shows the father's wisdom and his ability to turn a serious situation into a moment of profound insight.

The word that affect me the most are..a police man from the presidential came to their house with a sealed paper

This moment in the story it also reflects the family's powerlessness in the face of government decision.They don't get to ask question.the message is simply delivered.There is fear in the unknown,in the official,in the sealed,This might show how ordinary people live with a quite undercurrent of anxiety when dealing with authority, especially in society where the government is not always seen as fair or protective

This moment in the story it also reflects the family's powerlessness in the face of government decion.they don't get to ask question.the message is simply delivered.There is fear in the anknow,in the official, in the sealed,This might show how ordinary people live with a quite undercurrent of anxiety when dealing with authority especially in society where is not always seen as fair or protective

"He looked at my sisters, who had grown fat in laughing, then at my brothers, whose arms and legs were like the molave, which is the sturdiest tree in the Philippines.

“My Father Goes to Court” by Carlos Bulosan shows that happiness and health are more valuable than material wealth. The poor family in the story had little food but lived joyfully, full of laughter, strength, and love for one another. On the other hand, the rich family, despite their possessions and abundance of food, lived isolated and became sickly. The father’s witty defense in court also shows that wisdom and humor can overcome unfair accusations.

This story made me reflect that true richness comes from simple joys, strong family bonds, and a grateful heart. It reminds me not to envy those who have more, but instead to treasure the blessings I already have.

That moment shows a father’s humility and dignity. Even without wealth, he faced the court with pride, wearing his old uniform and borrowed shoes. It reminds me that true honor is not in material things, but in courage, self-respect, and the love we carry for our family.

This moment in the story it also reflects the familys powerlessness in the face of government decidion.Thry dont get to ask question.the message is simply delivered.There is fear in the unknown ,in the sealed.This might show how ordinary people live with the quite undercurrent of anxiety when dealing a authority ,especially in socities where the government is not always seen as fair or protective.

I like this part because it shows that true happiness is not measured by money but by love, unity, and contentment in the family.

Sometimes we connot force someone to believe us, but we all know that some of us is telling the truth.

For me The line “fat in laughing” is heart-melting, because it shows how the family grew healthy and lively not because of riches but because of joy. Their spirit was nourished by fun, sunshine, and simple living.

When Father shook the hat of coins and said, “Did you hear it? … Then you are paid,” it was not only witty but also gentle. Instead of anger, he used kindness and humor to defend his family, showing wisdom greater than wealth.

Cause this line shows the simple life joy of the poor family. Even though they don't have much of food or wealth, their happiness comes from togetherness. It reminds us that money can't buy happiness. And it shows the Filipino trait of humor in hardship - even though they are poor, they don't let themselves be humiliated.

after reading "My Father Goes to Court" the line that speaks to my heart the most is when the judge says, "case dismissed." This line resonates deeply with me because it signifies the triumph of justice and the vindication of the narrator's family. It shows that the court recognized the absurdity of the rich man's complaint and affirmed the value of joy and laughter, which the family freely shared.

The scene I like the most is when the father asks, "Did you hear that children?" and the entire courtroom erupts in laughter. This scene is powerful because it demonstrates the contagious nature of joy and its ability to unite people. It symbolizes the victory of the human spirit over pettiness and the recognition that happiness is a treasure to be celebrated and shared, not a commodity to be hoarded.

The Father walked over to where

The children were sitting on the

Bench and took a alot of centavo

Pieces and began shaking it and then

The Father said did you hear it?

And the rich man said hear what?

The spirit of the money when i shook

This hat the rich man said yes

Then your paid. The line of that story shows that we need to be humble and not to be judgemental.

Name:Ace Gabriel P. Asingayan

Grade and Section:7-Apolaki