Esperanza Rising Novel Study

Front

Why did Esperanza and her mother leave their ranch in Aguascalientes, Mexico?

Back

Forced to leave after Esperanza's father was killed.

Front

Importance of guavas in "Las Guyabas"?

Back

Used to hide Esperanza and her mother when they left the ranch.

Front

Why did Marta make fun of Esperanza?

Back

She didn't know how to sweep.

Front

Why couldn't Abuelita join the move to the U.S.?

Back

She was sick and too weak to travel.

Front

Why doesn't Esperanza know how to do anything for herself?

Back

She always had servants to do things for her.

Front

Theme of the novel:

Back

Learn from every situation.

Front

Why does Esperanza's mother get mad at her in the U.S.?

Back

Esperanza is disrespectful to those trying to help her.

Front

Miguel teaches Esperanza:

Back

How to use a broom for sweeping.